City in Georgia, United States
Getting around Atlanta
How to get around Atlanta
MARTA rail links the airport, Downtown, Midtown and Buckhead; the BeltLine and streetcar fill gaps. Most other trips need a rideshare or car.
Ways to get around Atlanta
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| MARTA rail and bus | 2.50 USD | Tap a Breeze card or contactless; airport station in the terminal |
| Atlanta Streetcar | Included with MARTA fare | Short downtown loop to the King Center |
| Atlanta BeltLine | Free to walk or bike | Trail connecting neighborhoods; scooters and bikes available |
| Rideshare | 12–25 USD | Needed for many trips outside rail lines |
Ride-hailing apps in Atlanta
A 5 km ride costs about $13–24 ($13–24).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most drivers; also offers Waymo robotaxi rides in parts of the city |
| Lyft | Widely used alternative |
| Waymo | Driverless rides through Uber in a defined service area |
- Taxis are rare outside the airport and downtown hotels. Use apps; airport has a flat taxi fare to Downtown and Midtown.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
MARTA rail to Midtown or Downtown 2.50 USD, about 15–25 min; rideshare or taxi 30–55 USD, 25–45 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Shared e-scooters in Midtown and the BeltLine; helmets recommended. Most other areas need a car or rideshare.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences work for visitors in most states; carry an IDP if yours isn't in English. Under-25s pay rental surcharges.
- Onward travel in United States: Distances are long, so domestic flights are usually fastest. Amtrak works well in the Northeast Corridor; buses are cheapest. Outside big cities you often need a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Atlanta?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Lyft, Waymo.
What's the best way to get around Atlanta?
MARTA rail links the airport, Downtown, Midtown and Buckhead; the BeltLine and streetcar fill gaps. Most other trips need a rideshare or car.
How do I get from the airport to Atlanta?
MARTA rail to Midtown or Downtown 2.50 USD, about 15–25 min; rideshare or taxi 30–55 USD, 25–45 min.
Is Atlanta walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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