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Atlanta City Center to Airport Transport

There are several transport alternatives from Atlanta city center to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, including public transit, shuttles, taxis, car rental, and private transfers.

Bus

MARTA municipal buses can be used with transfers to rail stations serving the airport. Average duration from central Atlanta is about 35-60 minutes, depending on the route and connection.

• MARTA Route 191: Riverdale / ATL International Terminal
• MARTA Route 20: South DeKalb / Downtown Atlanta, with rail transfer
• MARTA Route 42: McDaniel Street / Pryor Road, with rail transfer

Airport Shuttle

Atlanta does not use Havas or Havabus, but airport shuttle services and hotel shuttles operate from selected central points. Average duration is about 25-45 minutes.

• Downtown Atlanta hotel shuttle pick-up points
• Midtown hotel and shared-shuttle pick-up points
• Private shuttle pick-up from central addresses

Metro / Tram

MARTA rail is the easiest public transport option from the city center to the airport. Take the Red Line or Gold Line southbound to Airport Station, located inside the domestic terminal. Average duration from Five Points is about 15-20 minutes.

• Five Points Station to Airport Station
• Peachtree Center Station to Airport Station, with transfer if required
• Midtown Station to Airport Station on the Red or Gold Line

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 from central Atlanta hotels, business districts, and taxi stands. The average journey to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport takes about 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Car Rental

Car rental companies have offices in central Atlanta, and many allow airport drop-off at the Rental Car Center connected to the terminals by SkyTrain. Driving time from downtown is usually about 20-30 minutes.

Transfer

A private airport transfer is a comfortable door-to-door option for travelers with luggage, families, or early flights. Booking in advance is recommended to secure the vehicle type and pick-up time.

Airport to Raleigh City Center Transport

Travelers can get from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Raleigh city center by public bus, airport shuttle connections, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer. There is no metro or tram service from RDU Airport to downtown Raleigh.

Bus

Public bus service is the most budget-friendly transport option from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Raleigh city center. GoTriangle buses serve the airport terminals and connect passengers with downtown Raleigh, with an average journey time of about 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic and schedule.

• GoTriangle Route 100: RDU Airport Terminals 1 and 2 to Blount Street at GoRaleigh Station in downtown Raleigh
• GoTriangle Route 100: stops near NC State and Hillsborough Street before reaching central Raleigh
• GoRaleigh Station: main downtown hub for onward local bus connections

Airport Shuttle

RDU does not operate Havas or Havabus shuttles; those brands are not used at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The local airport shuttle option is the GoTriangle RDU Shuttle, which links the terminals with the Regional Transit Center, where passengers can connect toward Raleigh city center. Average total travel time to downtown Raleigh is usually around 45 to 70 minutes with the transfer.

• RDU Terminal 1 pickup area
• RDU Terminal 2 pickup area
• Regional Transit Center for connections to GoTriangle Route 100
• Downtown Raleigh via GoRaleigh Station connection

Taxi

Taxis are available at Raleigh-Durham International Airport 24/7 and offer a direct ride to Raleigh city center. The average taxi journey from RDU Airport to downtown Raleigh takes about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Taxi pickup outside the arrivals areas of the airport terminals
• Direct service to downtown hotels, offices, and the convention center area
• Good option for passengers with luggage or late-night arrivals

Car Rental

Car rental is available through airport rental offices serving Raleigh-Durham International Airport. After completing paperwork, passengers can use the airport rental car shuttle or designated pickup process to collect the vehicle and drive from the terminal area toward Raleigh city center in about 20 to 30 minutes.

• Rental car companies serving RDU Airport
• Pickup from the airport rental car facility
• Convenient for trips beyond downtown Raleigh or around the Research Triangle

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most convenient door-to-door option from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Raleigh city center. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for early arrivals, late flights, business travel, or groups. The average transfer time is about 20 to 30 minutes.

• Meet-and-greet service at the airport arrivals area
• Direct transfer to downtown Raleigh hotels or private addresses
• Pre-booked sedans, SUVs, or vans for groups and extra luggage