MARTA's one-way fare is $2.50, valid for up to four free transfers within three hours; the reduced fare is $1.00. The Atlanta Streetcar, operated by MARTA, costs $1.00 one way and MARTA transfers do not apply to it. MARTA rail reaches Hartsfield-Jackson's Domestic Terminal. Fares and rules can change, so confirm with MARTA.
Getting around Atlanta
How to get from the airport and around Atlanta, with verified MARTA and Streetcar fares.
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Fares (verified October 16, 2026)
| Item | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MARTA one-way fare | $2.50 | Up to four free transfers within 3 hours with a Breeze card or ticket or tap to pay |
| Reduced fare | $1.00 | Seniors over 65, Medicare recipients and people with disabilities (MARTA) |
| Atlanta Streetcar | $1.00 one way (adult) | Centennial Olympic Park to the King Historic District; transfers do not apply |
| Airport | MARTA Airport Station | Inside the Domestic Terminal; final station on the Red and Gold lines |
| City non-emergency services | ATL311 | City of Atlanta |
Sources: MARTA; City of Atlanta. We did not verify rideshare or taxi prices or MARTA visitor-pass prices.
Choosing how to get around
| Mode | Good for | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| MARTA rail and bus | The airport, Downtown, Midtown and Decatur | Check lines and schedules |
| Atlanta Streetcar | Centennial Olympic Park to the King Historic District | Short route; no MARTA transfers |
| Rideshare, taxi or rental car | Between neighborhoods and to Buckhead | Parking and traffic; we list no prices |
| Walking and the BeltLine | Midtown, Downtown and the Eastside | Summer heat |
The essentials
Arriving and moving around.
Rent a car or arrange a transfer
Rental companies and shuttles serving the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How much is MARTA?
The one-way fare is $2.50, with up to four free transfers within three hours.
Is the Atlanta Streetcar free?
No. The adult one-way fare is $1.00.
How do I get from the airport?
Take MARTA from the Airport Station inside the Domestic Terminal.
Do I need a car?
Not for Midtown, Downtown and the Eastside, but a car or rideshare helps for Buckhead.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 16, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- Fares & transfers — MARTA
- Meet the Atlanta Streetcar! — MARTA
- Hartsfield Jackson International Airport — MARTA
- ATL311 — City of Atlanta
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