Getting Around Sandy Springs
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Sandy Springs Airport information
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the closest major airport—about 23–25 miles from Sandy Springs, roughly a 25–35 minute drive depending on traffic. ATL is one of the busiest airports in the world, offering over 1,000 daily flights to more than 225 domestic and international destinations.
Sandy Springs from ATL Airport
MARTA Rail: Take the Gold Line from the airport to Lindbergh Center Station, then transfer to the Red Line northbound to Sandy Springs. Cost is about $2.50 one-way and $5 roundtrip, the trip takes around 37 minutes.
Taxi / Rideshare: Uber or taxi takes about 34 minutes.
Rental Car / Shuttle: Travel time is similar (25–35 minutes), and prices vary depending on the provider.
Taxi / Rideshare: Uber or taxi takes about 34 minutes.
Rental Car / Shuttle: Travel time is similar (25–35 minutes), and prices vary depending on the provider.
Sandy Springs MARTA Information
MARTA is Atlanta’s public transit system, offering an easy and affordable way to navigate the metro area. The Red Line serves Sandy Springs directly, with three convenient stations: Medical Center, Sandy Springs, and North Springs. These stations provide rapid rail service to major destinations, including Buckhead (9 minutes), Midtown (21 minutes), Downtown Atlanta (25 minutes), and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (41 minutes) .
The Gold Line runs parallel to the Red Line but does not have stations in Sandy Springs. It operates from Doraville in the northeast to Airport Station in the south, passing through areas like Brookhaven, Lenox, and Midtown. While it doesn't serve Sandy Springs directly, it connects to the Red Line at Lindbergh Center Station, providing additional options for travelers heading into or out of the city.
Trains on both lines run frequently, with arrivals every 10–15 minutes on weekdays and every 20 minutes on weekends. Fares are just $2.50 per ride, with unlimited day passes available. MARTA also offers bus routes that connect key spots within Sandy Springs and nearby attractions.
For those traveling from Sandy Springs, the Red Line offers the most direct access to Atlanta's central business districts and the airport. While the Gold Line doesn't serve Sandy Springs directly, its connection at Lindbergh Center provides an alternative route for reaching various destinations across the metro area.
The Gold Line runs parallel to the Red Line but does not have stations in Sandy Springs. It operates from Doraville in the northeast to Airport Station in the south, passing through areas like Brookhaven, Lenox, and Midtown. While it doesn't serve Sandy Springs directly, it connects to the Red Line at Lindbergh Center Station, providing additional options for travelers heading into or out of the city.
Trains on both lines run frequently, with arrivals every 10–15 minutes on weekdays and every 20 minutes on weekends. Fares are just $2.50 per ride, with unlimited day passes available. MARTA also offers bus routes that connect key spots within Sandy Springs and nearby attractions.
For those traveling from Sandy Springs, the Red Line offers the most direct access to Atlanta's central business districts and the airport. While the Gold Line doesn't serve Sandy Springs directly, its connection at Lindbergh Center provides an alternative route for reaching various destinations across the metro area.
