What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Athens is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Athens?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Athens is to fly and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Athens. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Athens Transit Center via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Athens?

The distance between St. Louis and Athens is 579 miles. The road distance is 597.3 miles.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 12h 35m and costs $95 - $170.

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Athens?

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

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Athens bus from?

St. Louis to Athens bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the St. Louis to Athens bus arrive?

St. Louis to Athens bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of St. Louis. It is currently 2:01 PM in St. Louis and 3:01 PM in Athens.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Athens is 597 miles. It takes approximately 10h 32m to drive from St. Louis to Athens.

How do I get a bus ticket from St. Louis to Athens?

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

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 164+ hotels available in Athens.

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Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane STL - ATL
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Airport to Best Western - Athensbus
5h 54m
$122–542
Bus
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1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Athens Transit Centerbus FlixBus N2434
12h 35m
$100–167
Drive 593.8 mi
1. Drive from St. Louis to Athenscar 593.8 mi
10h 32m
$109–157
Fly to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)plane STL - GSP
2. Take the bus from Taqueria Guadalajara - Greenville to El Jinete - Jefferson, GAbus
8h 42m
$240–868

St. Louis to Athens by bus

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Distance: 575.2 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Athens, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Athens Transit Center via Atlanta Bus Station in around 12h 35m.

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How to get fromSt. Louis to Athensby plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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

Fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, bus

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Drive 593.8 mi

Fly to Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport, bus