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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Athens is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Athens is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Athens. However, there are services departing from Waffle House Madison and arriving at Hotel Indigo via Atlanta Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Madison to Athens?

The distance between Madison and Athens is 148 miles. The road distance is 28.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Madison to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Athens bus from?

Madison to Athens bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Waffle House Madison station.

Where does the Madison to Athens bus arrive?

Madison to Athens bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Atlanta Airport station.

Can I drive from Madison to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Athens is 28 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Madison to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 139+ hotels available in Athens.

Madison to Athens - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Madison to Athens by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waffle House Madison to Atlanta Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Hotel Indigobus Groome Transportation
4h 8m
$73–96
Drive 28.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Athenscar 28.3 mi
39 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madison to Athenstaxi 28.3 mi
39 min
$65–80

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Distance: 147.6 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from Madison to Hotel Indigo via Waffle House Madison and Atlanta Airport in around 4h 8m.

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