Duluth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Duluth

With a population of 26,600, Duluth is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Duluth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Duluth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill - Duluth (5800 State Bridge Rd) and Sugo (10305 Medlock Br. Road, at the Shoppes of St. Ives) are great picks.

When to visit Duluth

Duluth in September
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Duluth in September
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Duluth

Plane

When flying to Duluth, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Duluth departs from Detroit and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth 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 Duluth is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 22 miles from Duluth. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Duluth takes 150 miles and will cost you around $25. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 195 miles.

Plane

When flying to Duluth, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Duluth departs from Detroit and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth 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 Duluth is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 22 miles from Duluth. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Duluth takes 150 miles and will cost you around $25. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 195 miles.

Airlines serving Duluth

Lufthansa
Good (7,201 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,078 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,969 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,653 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,884 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,850 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (807 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,282 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,654 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,088 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,299 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,910 reviews)
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Where to stay in Duluth

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Gwinnett Center Hotel and Intown Suites Extended Stay Atlanta Ga - Duluth.

Where to stay in popular areas of Duluth

Most booked hotels in Duluth

Brick Lodge Atlanta/Norcross
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1402 reviews)
$63+
Hilton Atlanta Northeast
4 stars
Good (7.9, 829 reviews)
$138+
Hyatt Place Atlanta Duluth Johns Creek
3 stars
Good (7.9, 785 reviews)
$105+
Quality Inn Duluth - Atlanta Northeast
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1163 reviews)
$70+
Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta
3 stars
Good (7.1, 1673 reviews)
$85+
Sonesta Select Atlanta Norcross I 85
3 stars
Good (6.6, 980 reviews)
$61+

Renting a car in Duluth

Renting a car in Duluth costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Duluth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Duluth is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Duluth costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Duluth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Duluth is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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