What is the cheapest way to get from Bowling Green to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Bowling Green to Athens is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowling Green to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Bowling Green to Athens is to drive which takes 6h 34m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Bowling Green and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowling Green station to Athens. However, there are services departing from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove and arriving at Athens via Preston @ Vim, W Jefferson @ S 6th, Louisville, KY Bus Station and Arlington Heights. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Bowling Green to Athens?

The distance between Bowling Green and Athens is 396 miles. The road distance is 334.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bowling Green to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Bowling Green to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $110 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Bowling Green to Athens?

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Bowling Green to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowling Green to Athens bus from?

Bowling Green to Athens bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove.

Where does the Bowling Green to Athens bus arrive?

Bowling Green to Athens bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at La Tropicana - Louisville, KY station.

What is the time difference between Bowling Green and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of Bowling Green. It is currently 7:15 AM in Bowling Green and 8:15 AM in Athens.

Can I drive from Bowling Green to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowling Green to Athens is 335 miles. It takes approximately 6h 34m to drive from Bowling Green to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 27+ hotels available in Athens.

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best
1. Take the bus from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to Greyhound Station Cincinnatibus
3. Take the bus from Arlington Heights to Athensbus
11h 10m
$111–297
Drive 332.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bowling Green to Athenscar 332.9 mi
6h 34m
$61–88
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove to Tornado Bus Co - Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane BNA - CMH
3. Take the bus from John Glenn Columbus Intnl Airport (CMH) to Athens, Ohio OU Baker Centerbus
8h 3m
$917–1,340

Nashville (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 16mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.6 mi
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Bowling Green, KY, USA and Athens, OH, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Bowling Green to Athens via Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove, La Tropicana - Louisville, KY, Preston @ Vim, W Jefferson @ S 6th, W Broadway @ S 10th, Louisville, KY Bus Station, and Arlington Heights in around 11h 10m.

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