Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Athens, TN, US

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Next departures from Washington to Athens on 30 October
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Union Station
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Get from Washington to Athens

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

4bus per day
22hAverage duration
791 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Athens, TN, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$96
Average bus trip duration22h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure03:40
Distance790 km
Latest bus departure22:45

Washington to Athens Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Athens, TN, US

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

    The bus ticket price from Washington to Athens starts at US$85. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington 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 Washington to Athens?

    The average travel time between Washington and Athens is around 22h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 775 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Washington to Athens can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Athens by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to Athens?

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Athens!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Athens will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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