Find coaches from Gainesville, FL to Athens, TN, US

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Next departures from Gainesville to Athens on 30 October
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Greyhound
Gainesville Bus Stop
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FlixBus + Greyhound
Rosa Parks Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
Gainesville Bus Stop
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Greyhound
Gainesville Bus Stop
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FlixBus + Greyhound
Rosa Parks Station
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Get from Gainesville to Athens

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The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
12h 45mAverage duration
683 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville, FL to Athens, TN, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$78
Average bus trip duration12h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:00
Distance682 km
Latest bus departure22:40

Gainesville to Athens Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, FL - Athens, TN, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to Athens cost?

    The bus ticket price from Gainesville to Athens starts at US$65. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to Athens is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    The average travel time between Gainesville and Athens is around 12h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 682 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and Athens?

    The number of buses from Gainesville to Athens can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to Athens by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to Athens?

    When taking the bus from Gainesville to Athens, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Gainesville to Athens.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to Athens, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gainesville to Athens.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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