From Athens to Alexandria

How to get from Athens to Alexandria

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Alexandria takes approximately 1136 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and subway. We found 4 route options for you.

Fastest Route
1136 min 1,208.2 km
4 transfers
20 min
SES 970
2 min
Flixbus N2471
Flixbus N2601
4 min
B
2 min
30
1 min
Departs from: Athens
Walking: 29 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 20 min (1.2 km)
to Athens
2
Take SES 970 Bus
Direction: Atlanta
From Athens to Atlanta (1 stops, 100 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Atlanta Bus Station
4
Take Flixbus N2471 Bus
Direction: New York City Chinatown (28 Allen St)
From Atlanta Bus Station to Washington Union Station (9 stops, 815 min)
5
Take Flixbus N2601 Bus
Direction: Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Mart)
From Washington Union Station to Arlington (Rosslyn)
6
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform
7
Take B Subway
Direction: Franconia-Springfield
From Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform to Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform (6 stops, 15 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Braddock Road Station (Bay D)
9
Take 30 Bus
Direction: OLD TOWN CIRCULATOR - 30 to VAN DORN ST STA via KING-DUKE
From Braddock Road Station (Bay D) to King St + N Washington St (15 stops, 9 min)
10
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
Arrive at Alexandria

Public transport stations close to Athens

Athens is located in Athens and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Athens:

  • 521 North Hull Street
  • 539 North Hull Street
  • Hancock and College Ob
  • 227 West Dougherty Street

Public transport stations close to Alexandria

Alexandria is located in Athens and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Alexandria:

  • S Washington St+King St
  • King St + N Washington St
  • N Washington St+King St
  • King St + S Washington St
Alternative Route
951 min 1,180.8 km
4 transfers
20 min
Greyhound Us0642
Flixbus N2471
4 min
R
2 min
Y
2 min
31
1 min
Departs from: Athens Transit Center (Uga)
Walking: 29 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 20 min (1.2 km)
to Athens Transit Center (Uga)
2
Take Greyhound Us0642 Bus
Direction: Atlanta Bus Station
From Athens Transit Center (Uga) to Atlanta Bus Station (2 stops, 120 min)
3
Take Flixbus N2471 Bus
Direction: New York City Chinatown (28 Allen St)
From Atlanta Bus Station to Washington Union Station (7 stops, 760 min)
4
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
5
Take R Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 2 Platform (1 stops, 4 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform
7
Take Y Subway
Direction: Huntington
From Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform to Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform (7 stops, 18 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Braddock Road Station (Bay D)
9
Take 31 Bus
Direction: OLD TOWN CIRCULATOR - 31 to NVCC ALEXANDRIA via KING
From Braddock Road Station (Bay D) to King St + N Washington St (15 stops, 9 min)
10
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
Arrive at Alexandria

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Athens to Alexandria.

How do I travel from Athens to Alexandria in Athens?
The quickest journey from Athens to Alexandria takes approximately 1136 minutes via the SES 970 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Alexandria from Athens?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 951 minutes using the Greyhound Us0642 bus line.
Can I get directly from Athens to Alexandria without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1136 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Athens and Alexandria?
The SES 970 line provides bus service between Athens and King St + N Washington St in Athens.
What is the journey time from Athens to Alexandria by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Athens to Alexandria in Athens takes approximately 1136 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Athens to Alexandria?
Board the SES 970 bus at Athens station, located near Athens in Athens.
Which station is closest to Alexandria?
The nearest stop to Alexandria is King St + N Washington St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Athens.

Travel Tips

  • Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
  • Check real-time departure information at the station
  • Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
  • For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services

Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.