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

The cheapest way to get from Memphis to Athens is to bus which costs $70 - $150 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Memphis to Athens is to fly and bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $370 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Memphis and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Memphis to Athens. However, there are services departing from 2ND STREET at ADAMS AVENUE and arriving at Athens Transit Center via Memphis Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

How far is it from Memphis to Athens?

The distance between Memphis and Athens is 424 miles. The road distance is 447 miles.

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

The best way to get from Memphis to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 11h 33m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Memphis to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Memphis to Athens bus from?

Memphis to Athens bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Memphis Bus Station.

Where does the Memphis to Athens bus arrive?

Memphis to Athens bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Memphis and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of Memphis. It is currently 1:51 PM in Memphis and 2:51 PM in Athens.

Can I drive from Memphis to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Memphis to Athens is 447 miles. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Memphis to Athens.

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

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Where can I stay near Athens?

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Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane MEM - ATL
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
5h 35m
$371–861
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0610
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athens Transit Centerbus FlixBus N2434
11h 33m
$71–142
Drive 444.4 mi
1. Drive from Memphis to Athenscar 444.4 mi
7h 40m
$82–118
Fly to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)plane MEM - GSP
2. Take the bus from Taqueria Guadalajara - Greenville to El Jinete - Jefferson, GAbus
8h 36m
$251–966

Memphis to Athens by bus

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Distance: 421.2 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Memphis, TN, USA and Athens, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2ND STREET at ADAMS AVENUE to Athens Transit Center via Memphis Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station in around 11h 33m.

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

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

Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus

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Drive 444.4 mi

Fly to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus