How to Get from Atlanta Airport to Dahlonega

Dahlonega sits at the end of GA-400, north of Atlanta. Discover Dahlonega gives the distance from Atlanta to Dahlonega as 71 miles; that figure is for the city-to-city trip, not specifically from the airport.

For the drive from Atlanta, follow GA-400 N/US-19 N through Alpharetta, Cumming and Dawsonville. At the end of GA-400, turn left onto GA-60 N/US-19 N/S Chestatee Street and continue about 5.5 miles to Dahlonega’s Historic Square.

Driving lets you follow the Atlanta-to-Dahlonega route on your own schedule, but the airport and the city are not the same starting point. Once you leave the airport area, use the GA-400 N/US-19 N approach from Atlanta, then continue toward Dahlonega on GA-60 N/US-19 N/S Chestatee Street.

ATL’s Rental Car Center is at 2200 Rental Car Center Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30337. From the terminal, walk from its west end under the covered walkway, take the escalator to the SkyTrain station, then ride the SkyTrain to the center.

A complimentary terminal-to-terminal shuttle connector also serves the Domestic Terminal, International Terminal and Rental Car Center, running approximately every 15 minutes.

If you’re planning time in town, the practical guide to downtown Dahlonega covers the Historic Square.

There is no public transportation, train or bus from Atlanta to Dahlonega, according to the University of North Georgia (UNG). Arrange a car or confirm directly with a ride provider that it serves Dahlonega before relying on a shared ride.

At ATL’s Domestic Terminal, regional shared-ride providers pick up in the Ground Transportation Center, Shared-Ride Shuttle Aisle B, stalls B9–B10. Some shuttles may depart every 30 minutes to an hour, while others operate only with a reservation; this does not establish a scheduled service to Dahlonega.

At the International Terminal, limited shared-ride van service picks up outside on the Arrivals level, to the right of door A3. Contact the provider about service and reservations.

Rideshare pickup points differ by terminal. At the Domestic Terminal, follow the orange signs from North baggage claim down the lower-level escalators between doors LN1 to the North Economy lot.

At the International Terminal, pickup is on the Arrival level outer curb, across the crosswalk outside door A1 or A2. Check ATL’s official site before you go for current pickup details.

UNG’s airport shuttle is restricted to its international students and scholars and serves the Atlanta airport and the UNG Dahlonega campus. It is not a general public shuttle, so it is not an option for most visitors.

For a late arrival or a trip with luggage, settle the pickup or rental-car plan before leaving the terminal. The available airport pickup locations are different for the Domestic and International terminals, and shared-ride providers may require advance reservations.

If you’re using a regional shared ride, contact the provider directly to confirm that it serves Dahlonega and to arrange a reservation if needed. ATL says some regional shuttles run every 30 minutes to an hour, while others operate only by reservation; the airport’s regional listings do not confirm a scheduled Dahlonega service.

After reaching Dahlonega, you can continue into town and visit places such as Consolidated Gold Mine. If you’ll be getting around town without a car, the Dahlonega guide to getting around may help you plan local trips.

Is there a bus or train from Atlanta to Dahlonega?

No. UNG says there is no public transportation to Dahlonega and no train or bus from Atlanta to the town.

Can the public use UNG’s airport shuttle?

No. The shuttle is restricted to UNG’s international students and scholars and serves the Atlanta airport and the Dahlonega campus.

Where do shared-ride vans pick up at Hartsfield-Jackson?

Domestic Terminal regional shared rides pick up at Shared-Ride Shuttle Aisle B, stalls B9–B10. Limited International Terminal shared-ride service picks up outside Arrivals, to the right of door A3.