What is the cheapest way to get from Buford to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Buford to Athens is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buford to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Buford to Athens is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Buford and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Buford to Athens. However, there are services departing from Mall of Georgia Park and Ride and arriving at Athens Transit Center via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Buford to Athens?

The distance between Buford and Athens is 110 miles. The road distance is 42.7 miles.

How do I travel from Buford to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Buford to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Buford to Athens?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Buford to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buford to Athens bus from?

Buford to Athens bus services, operated by Xpress, depart from Mall of Georgia Park and Ride station.

Where does the Buford to Athens bus arrive?

Buford to Athens bus services, operated by Xpress, arrive at Forsyth St at MLK Jr Dr station.

Can I drive from Buford to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Buford to Athens is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Buford to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 139+ hotels available in Athens.

Buford to Athens - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Buford to Athens by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mall of Georgia Park and Ride to Forsyth St at MLK Jr Drbus 413
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athens Transit Centerbus FlixBus N2434
3h 45m
$33–46
Drive 42.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buford to Athenscar 42.5 mi
1h 1m
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buford to Athenstaxi 42.5 mi
1h 1m
$100–130
Bus via Sandy Springs
1. Take the bus from Sugarloaf Mills P&R Local to Doraville MARTA Stationbus 10A / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Hotel Indigobus Groome Transportation
6h
$59–85

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Distance: 109.4 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Buford, GA, USA and Athens, GA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Buford to Athens Transit Center via Mall of Georgia Park and Ride, Forsyth St at MLK Jr Dr, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 3h 45m.

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