Atlanta Airport to Athens, Georgia
Greyhound lists an Atlanta Airport stop on its Atlanta to Athens route, with a fastest trip of 1 hour 25 minutes and fares from $15.48. Neither ATL nor the bus pages publish a driving time.
- Where
- Athens, Georgia: Athens, home of the University of Georgia
- By road
- 74 miles. The bus pages put the route at about 74 miles. No driving time is published.
- Ways compared
- Greyhound, Rental car, Regional shared-ride van, Car service
Every way to get to Athens, Georgia, compared
| Way | Time | Cost | First from ATL | Last from ATL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | As little as 1 hour 25 minutes | From $15.48 in Greyhound's FAQ and $15.98 in its summary box; FlixBus says fares change with demand, time of day and how far ahead you book | 3:30 a.m. from Atlanta, stop not stated | 8:35 p.m. from Atlanta, stop not stated |
| Rental car | Not published | Not published; ATL lists no rates or one-way rules | Rental Car Center operates 24 hours a day | Rental Car Center operates 24 hours a day |
| Regional shared-ride van | Not published | Not published | Some depart every 30 minutes to an hour; others run only with a reservation | Not published |
| Car service | Not published | Not published | None published | None published |
Greyhound
The pickup is on the North lower level of the Domestic Terminal near Door LN1 (Greyhound words it as the lower-level North Terminal roadway next to the North Parking area, 6000 N Terminal Dr). There are 4 daily trips, and the page does not say which use the airport, so check the pickup stop on your ticket. The bus arrives at Athens Transit Center (UGA), 775 E Broad St, boarding on Hickory Street. Show the QR code from your confirmation email or the Greyhound app. Bags: one carry-on and one checked bag at no extra cost. Greyhound also lists the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth St and the Civic Center stop at 435 W Peachtree St NW. Reservations: 1-800-231-2222.
Rental car
Walk out of the west end of the Domestic Terminal, take the escalator up and ride the SkyTrain to the center. ATL lists counter numbers for seven brands: Alamo (404) 530-2800, Avis (404) 763-6333, Budget (404) 530-3000, Dollar (866) 434-2226, Enterprise (404) 763-5220, Fox (770) 455-5515 and Ace (866) 551-8267. ATL lists no Athens branch or one-way policy, so ask the company before you book.
Regional shared-ride van
Regional shared-ride shuttles serve areas outside the five metro Atlanta counties and load at Aisle B, with Groome's regional vans at stalls B9 and B10. ATL's provider table lists Groome only for Auburn, Birmingham and Chattanooga; for Georgia it links a separate list of locations, so look for Athens there and book ahead.
Car service
ATL says all limousine service must be arranged in advance and only permitted companies can pick up at the airport. Your driver meets you near the atrium or curbside; ask the company which level and door. ATL prints no taxi or rideshare fare to Athens.
Good to know
- Landing internationally: a free shuttle at the arrivals level of the International Terminal goes to the Domestic Terminal, where the Greyhound stop is.
- Greyhound's page lists free Wi-Fi, power outlets and restrooms on board.
Questions about Athens, Georgia
How long is the drive from ATL to Athens, Georgia?
74 miles. The bus pages put the route at about 74 miles. No driving time is published.
Sources: Greyhound, FlixBus, ATL ground transportation page, ATL Rental Car Center directions