Bus from Washington, DC, US to Athens, TN, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Washington to Athens on December 13
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Get from Washington to Athens

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
22hAverage Duration
490 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Athens, TN, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Athens?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Athens start from $85. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Athens?

    The average bus trip duration from Washington to Athens is 22h, covering a distance of 490 miles (791 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Athens route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Athens?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Athens at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Athens?

    A bus trip from Washington to Athens generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Athens?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Athens?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Athens?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Athens?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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