Getting Around, Augusta Travel, Transport and Car Rental

(Augusta, Georgia - GA, USA)



International travelers wishing to arrive by air in Augusta will first have to fly into Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. This is a large and modern facility within easy reach of Augusta, receiving aircraft from a variety of destinations all over the world. From Atlanta's airport you can get a commuter flight to Augusta Regional Airport, which is located just a few miles from Augusta and offers a variety of ground transport and travel options.

There are several transport companies operating shuttles to Augusta from Atlanta as well. For more information call +1 404 530 6674. In addition, Augusta features a number of car hire companies and taxi travel.


Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) / Arriving by Air

The main international gateway to the Southern United States, Atlanta Hartfield-Jackson International Airport is a world-class facility, offering all the amenities of a modern airport. Commuter flights connect Atlanta to Augusta on a daily basis. All major car hire transport companies are represented at Hartfield-Jackson Airport including Hertz, Budget, Enterprise and National. Two private companies operate shuttle buses that regularly travel the 138-mile / 220-km journey to Augusta.

Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) / Arriving by Air

This small regional airport receives flights operated by Delta and Eastern Airlines. Commuter planes make the short hop from Augusta to Atlanta and Charlotte in North Carolina several times daily. The airport is just a 10-minute drive from downtown Augusta. Taxi travel and car hire companies are on hand at the airport to provide ground transport to the city.

Car Rental

Car hire is probably the most economical and efficient means of transport for visitors exploring Augusta and the surrounding area. Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National car rental companies all have offices at Augusta Airport and in the city itself.

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Buses and Coaches

Greyhound is America's national bus service and regular buses connect Augusta with Atlanta, Savannah and Charlotte, in North Carolina. From these destinations, it is possible to find further ground transport to other destinations in the US. For more information call +1 706 722 6411.

By Foot

Augusta is a small town and the main attractions in downtown Augusta can easily be seen on foot, with no need for public transport. In particular, First Friday art nights and the Riverwalk are specifically designed to be walked around and much of the charm of Augusta can be found by strolling along its tree-lined boulevards.