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 $50 - $75 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Athens is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 22m and costs $200 - $750.

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 via Columbia, SC, Camden and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

How far is it from Columbia to Athens?

The distance between Columbia and Athens is 303 miles. The road distance is 280.4 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 11h 58m and costs $95 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m 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 280 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Columbia to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 32+ hotels available in Athens.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Athens by plane, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)plane CAE - CHA
2. Take the taxi from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) to Athenstaxi
5h 22m
$202–742
Drive 278.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Athenscar 278.8 mi
6h 12m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athensbus
11h 58m
$96–174
Fly to Mcghee Tyson Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS)plane CAE - TYS
2. Take the taxi from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Athenstaxi
5h 36m
$296–862
Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane CAE - ATL
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athensbus
6h 34m
$86–432

Columbia (CAE) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) flights

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4h 50mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.4 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Athens via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, and Athens in around 11h 58m.

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How to get fromColumbia to Athensby plane, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Athens by plane, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Fly to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, taxi

Drive 278.8 mi

Bus

Fly to Mcghee Tyson Airport, taxi

Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus