Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Decatur travel guide

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You're Going to Love Decatur

With a population of 19,335, Decatur 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 Decatur has to offer.

Where to Eat in Decatur

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sprig Restaurant (2860 Lavista Road) and Sun in my Belly - Neighborhood Cafe (2161 College Ave) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Guru Restaurant and Bar (2641 E College Ave suite e1 e2) and Rreal Tacos - Decatur (312 Church St.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Decatur.

When to visit Decatur

Decatur in December
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Decatur in December
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Decatur

Plane

When flying to Decatur, you’ll arrive at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Decatur include Air Canada, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Decatur departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Decatur. The train journey from Decatur 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 Decatur is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 5 miles from Decatur. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

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

Plane

When flying to Decatur, you’ll arrive at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Decatur include Air Canada, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Decatur departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Decatur. The train journey from Decatur 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 Decatur is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 5 miles from Decatur. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

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

Airports near Decatur

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Decatur

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,244 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 (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Decatur

Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta-Emory University Area and America's Best Inn & Suites - Decatur. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Decatur, with prices from $34 to $361 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Decatur are about 108% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Decatur by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Decatur

Most booked hotels in Decatur

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Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter At Ravinia
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2198 reviews)
$129+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Decatur/Emory
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 453 reviews)
$192+
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Reverb by Hard Rock Atlanta Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 975 reviews)
$164+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta-Emory University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 400 reviews)
$177+
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Hyatt Regency Atlanta
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4055 reviews)
$114+
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The Starling Atlanta Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1585 reviews)
$151+
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Renting a car in Decatur

Renting a car in Decatur costs $51 per day, on average, or $204 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Decatur.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Decatur (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 Decatur is Standard (Chevrolet Trailblazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Decatur costs $51 per day, on average, or $204 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Decatur.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Decatur (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 Decatur is Standard (Chevrolet Trailblazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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