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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Knoxville
    Departure location: Knoxville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 July at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: EXXON
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Knoxville to Athens: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure19:25
Distance57 miles

Knoxville to Athens Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Knoxville, TN - Athens, TN, US

  1. What's the distance between Knoxville and Athens by coach?

    The distance between Knoxville and Athens by coach is approximately 53 miles (86 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Knoxville to Athens without a car?

    You can travel to Athens from Knoxville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/06
US$17
26/06
US$16
Today
US$15
28/06
US$14
29/06
US$19
30/06
US$15
01/07
US$15
02/07
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Knoxville to Athens was searched and found on 28 Jun 2025 with a price of US$14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Knoxville to Athens as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$24 for a bus ticket from Knoxville to Athens based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-06-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Knoxville to Athens, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Knoxville to Athens.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Knoxville to Athens while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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