April 10-11, 2026
University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Travel
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The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is served by the Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is roughly 80 miles (1.5–2.5 hour drive depending on mode of transportation and traffic) from Athens, GA.
To get to Athens, there is a regular Groome Shuttle ($55 one-way, online rate) between the airport and the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel (which is one of the stops). Here’s the map at ATL where Groome Shuttle pickups take place. We highly recommend making your reservations in advance to ensure you get a seat for your preferred shuttle time. Please see the Groome FAQ section for more information about shuttle policies and rules. If you need to modify your reservation, you can do so here.
Note: For those unfamiliar with the ATL airport, there can be a great distance between the gates and baggage claim (sometimes over a mile depending on which concourse you land in), so it may take longer to get to baggage claim compared to other airports (15-30+ minutes if walking). Fortunately, there is a “Plane Train” to help you get there faster. See this helpful article for information on how the ATL airport is laid out (like a fishbone). When booking your shuttle to the Georgia Center, please factor in the extra time it may take to get to baggage claim.
To get back to the airport, you would need to do the same procedure in reverse (shuttle from the Georgia Center to ATL, allowing suitable time to catch your return flight).
For those of you traveling by car, here is transportation & parking information for the Georgia Center. You can park on the South Campus Parking Deck ($10/day).
IMPORTANT NOTE: For those who are traveling by plane, please be sure to check anticipated wait times at your airport for security checks by the Transportation Security Authority (TSA). Check the TSA website/app or your local airport website, plan accordingly, and get to the airport in a timely fashion. Although TSA is now receiving funding and operations have normalized by and large, it is still best to check for your specific airport’s case.
Also, please remember to bring your REAL ID driver’s license or ID card with you for TSA security.