How to get from Athens to Columbia
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Columbia takes approximately 1065 minutes with 2 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1065 min 1,162.2 km
2 transfers
Greyhound Us0642
Palmetto
Floridian
Departs from: Athens Transit Center (Uga)
Walking: 51 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 20 min (1.2 km)
to Athens Transit Center (Uga)
2
Take Greyhound Us0642 Bus
Direction: Raleigh Bus Station
From Athens Transit Center (Uga) to Fayetteville Bus Station (4 stops, 410 min)
3
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
to Fayetteville Amtrak Station
4
Take Palmetto Train
Direction: Savannah
From Fayetteville Amtrak Station to Savannah (5 stops, 324 min)
5
Take Floridian Train
Direction: Chicago
From Savannah to Columbia Amtrak Station (1 stops, 150 min)
6
Walk 24 min (1.4 km)
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Arrive at Columbia
Public transport stations close to Athens
Athens is located in Columbia 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 Columbia
Columbia is located in Columbia and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Columbia:
- Assembly & Gervais South
- Assembly Gervais North (Capitol Center)
- Assembly & Senate South
- Main Gervais South
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Athens to Columbia.
How do I travel from Athens to Columbia in Columbia?
The quickest journey from Athens to Columbia takes approximately 1065 minutes via the Greyhound Us0642 bus service.
Can I get directly from Athens to Columbia without changing?
This route requires 2 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1065 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Athens and Columbia?
The Greyhound Us0642 line provides bus service between Athens Transit Center (Uga) and Columbia Amtrak Station in Columbia.
What is the journey time from Athens to Columbia by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Athens to Columbia in Columbia takes approximately 1065 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Athens to Columbia?
Board the Greyhound Us0642 bus at Athens Transit Center (Uga) station, located near Athens in Columbia.
Which station is closest to Columbia?
The nearest stop to Columbia is Columbia Amtrak Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Columbia.
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.