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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Athens is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Athens is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Athens. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Athens Transit Center via Columbia, SC and Camden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Columbia to Athens?

The distance between Columbia and Athens is 233 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Columbia to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Athens bus from?

Columbia to Athens bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where does the Columbia to Athens bus arrive?

Columbia to Athens bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Camden station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Athens is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Columbia to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 131+ hotels available in Athens.

Columbia to Athens - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Columbia to Athens by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus Augusta
2. Take the bus from Camden to Athens Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0642S
6h 58m
$58–96
Drive 162.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Athenscar 162.4 mi
3h 9m
$30–43
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane CAE - ATL
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
5h 19m
$162–962

Columbia (CAE) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.8 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Athens, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Athens Transit Center via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, and Camden in around 6h 58m.

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