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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Carrollton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carrollton

With a population of 24,388, Carrollton is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Carrollton has to offer.

When to visit Carrollton

Carrollton in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carrollton in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carrollton in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Carrollton, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Carrollton

Plane

Although Carrollton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 38 miles from Carrollton. Birmingham is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Carrollton departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carrollton. The train journey from Carrollton to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Carrollton is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 41 miles from Carrollton. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrollton, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Carrollton takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Plane

Although Carrollton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 38 miles from Carrollton. Birmingham is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Carrollton departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carrollton. The train journey from Carrollton to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Carrollton is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 41 miles from Carrollton. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrollton, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Carrollton takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Carrollton

BHMBirmingham
CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Carrollton

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carrollton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carrollton West.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carrollton

Most booked hotels in Carrollton

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Courtyard by Marriott Carrollton
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 209 reviews)
$154+
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Hampton Inn Carrollton
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 286 reviews)
$152+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carrollton West
2 stars
Good (7.9, 263 reviews)
$138+
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Carrollton, GA - West Georgia
2 stars
Good (7.7, 282 reviews)
$88+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 322 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Carrollton

Renting a car in Carrollton costs $72 per day, on average, or $286 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carrollton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Carrollton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Carrollton costs $72 per day, on average, or $286 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carrollton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Carrollton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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