How to get from Athens to Raleigh
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Raleigh takes approximately 718 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
718 min 723.6 km
3 transfers
SES 991
SES 994
Greyhound Us0670
1
Departs from: Athens
Walking: 37 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 20 min (1.2 km)
to Athens
2
Take SES 991 Bus
Direction: North Charleston
From Athens to Columbia (2 stops, 215 min)
3
Take SES 994 Bus
Direction: Charlotte
From Columbia to Charlotte
4
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charlotte Bus Station
5
Take Greyhound Us0670 Bus
Direction: New York Port Authority
From Charlotte Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Station (1 stops, 215 min)
6
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb)
7
Take 1 Bus
Direction: 1 DOWNTOWN / CAPITAL
From Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb) to Goraleigh Station (7 stops, 12 min)
8
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Raleigh
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 Raleigh
Raleigh is located in Athens and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Raleigh:
- S Blount St at E South Ave
- Wilmington St at South St
- E Lenoir St at S Blount St
- Lenoir St at Fayetteville St
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Athens to Raleigh.
How do I travel from Athens to Raleigh in Athens?
The quickest journey from Athens to Raleigh takes approximately 718 minutes via the SES 991 bus service.
Can I get directly from Athens to Raleigh without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 718 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Athens and Raleigh?
The SES 991 line provides bus service between Athens and Goraleigh Station in Athens.
What is the journey time from Athens to Raleigh by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Athens to Raleigh in Athens takes approximately 718 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Athens to Raleigh?
Board the SES 991 bus at Athens station, located near Athens in Athens.
Which station is closest to Raleigh?
The nearest stop to Raleigh is Goraleigh Station 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.