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

Duluth travel guide

Duluth Tourism | Duluth Guide

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Duluth has to offer.

Where to Eat in Duluth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sugo (10305 Medlock Br. Road, at the Shoppes of St. Ives) and Frankie's The Steakhouse (6500 Sugarloaf Pkwy) are great picks.

When to visit Duluth

Duluth in March
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Duluth in March
Estimated hotel price
$113
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 Miami and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $103 for a 13h 15m 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 Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Duluth takes 185 miles and will cost you around $58. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 235 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 Miami and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $103 for a 13h 15m 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 Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Duluth takes 185 miles and will cost you around $58. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airlines serving Duluth

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,885 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,308 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,180 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,569 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,927 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,386 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,205 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Duluth

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta Ne - Duluth By IHG and Best Western Gwinnett Center Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Duluth

Most booked hotels in Duluth

The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett
4 stars
Excellent (9, 77 reviews)
$254+
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Duluth/Gwinnett Place
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 676 reviews)
$117+
Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta Norcross/Peachtree Corners
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 189 reviews)
$104+
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Norcross/Peachtree Corners
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 316 reviews)
$106+
Hilton Atlanta Northeast
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 840 reviews)
$127+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Gwinnett Place
3 stars
Excellent (8, 608 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Duluth

Renting a car in Duluth costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Duluth.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Duluth is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Duluth costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Duluth.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Duluth is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.