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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Athens is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Athens is to drive and fly and bus which takes 5h 48m and costs $110 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Athens. However, there are services departing from Covington Bus Stop and arriving at Athens Transit Center via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Athens?

The distance between Cincinnati and Athens is 469 miles. The road distance is 454.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 13h 35m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Cincinnati to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Athens bus from?

Cincinnati to Athens bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Covington Bus Stop station.

Where does the Cincinnati to Athens bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Athens bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Athens is 454 miles. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Cincinnati to Athens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Athens?

Book your Cincinnati to Athens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are six+ hotels available in Athens.

Cincinnati to Athens - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cincinnati to Athens by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly Covington to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane CVG - ATL
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
5h 54m
$212–462
Drive 451.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Athenscar 451.5 mi
8h 43m
$80–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Covington Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athens Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0642S / ...
13h 35m
$108–163
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane LEX - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
5h 48m
$110–452
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane SDF - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
6h
$129–547
Fly Covington to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)plane CVG - GSP
2. Take the bus from Taqueria Guadalajara - Greenville to El Jinete - Jefferson, GAbus
6h 51m
$280–1,166

Cincinnati to Athens by bus

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Distance: 466.6 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Athens, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from Covington Bus Stop to Athens Transit Center via Atlanta Bus Station in around 13h 35m.

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How to get fromCincinnati to Athensby plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

There are 6 ways to get from Cincinnati to Athens by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Fly Covington to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus

Drive 451.5 mi

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Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus

Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus

Fly Covington to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus