Is MARTA safe at night?

MARTA, or the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, is generally a safe public transportation system. In fiscal year 2019, there were a total of 421 reported crimes, which averages out to 35 crimes per month. These took place on trains and buses, in parking lots and at other MARTA facilities. In comparison, Washington D.C.’s transit […]

Where are MARTA RideStores?

MARTA RideStores are at the Airport (404-848-3430) and Five Points (404-848-3205) MARTA stations (view station map). These stores are staffed on weekdays only between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Note that if you are seeking a reduced fare card, you have to go to one of the Reduced Fare Offices (at Five Points and Lindbergh […]

Does MARTA run 24 hours?

MARTA does not run 24 hours. Buses and trains stop at different times, and morning start times vary depending on if it is a weekday or weekend. See below information to learn more. Train Hours Train service ends each night after 1 a.m. The last trains depart from stations at different times starting around 1:15 […]

Airport Train Schedule: Things to Know

MARTA trains travel to and from the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on a daily schedule, with weekend rail service on a different timetable than weekday. It’s an easy connection, with the Airport MARTA station at the end of baggage claim and typically low wait times, depending on the time of day. To better plan your […]

MARTA Stations With Restrooms

If you need to use the restroom while riding the MARTA rail system, keep in mind that not all stations can help you in your time of need. Here’s what you need to know about available bathrooms and additional public restroom locations in walking distance of stations. Be sure to check on the MARTA rail […]

Atlanta Airport Travel Times on MARTA

The Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is known for being busy, but on the plus side, it was voted the best U.S. airport with a rail connection, making Atlanta’s airport a convenient MARTA destination (and there’s no risk of getting stuck in traffic). So if you’re planning on taking the train to the airport soon, check the average commute times […]

Can you take bikes on MARTA?

Yes, you can bring a bike with you on trains and buses. Buses are equipped with racks in the front of the vehicle (buses can only accommodate two bikes at any time). Trains have luggage/handicap space in each end of rail cars and in the center of the car where you can stand with your […]