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

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. 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, 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 June
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Duluth in June
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 48m 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 Europcar, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Duluth takes 195 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 250 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Duluth. The train journey from Duluth to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 48m 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 Europcar, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Duluth, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Duluth takes 195 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $33 for a journey of 250 miles.

Airports near Duluth

PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Duluth

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,992 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,487 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,372 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,211 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,043 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Gwinnett Place.

Where to stay in popular areas of Duluth

Most booked hotels in Duluth

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The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 68 reviews)
$239+
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Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Duluth/Gwinnett Place
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 655 reviews)
$117+
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Brick Lodge Atlanta/Norcross
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1458 reviews)
$62+
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Hilton Atlanta Northeast
4 stars
Excellent (8, 833 reviews)
$122+
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Quality Inn Duluth - Atlanta Northeast
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1204 reviews)
$68+
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Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta
3 stars
Good (7.2, 1712 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Duluth

Renting a car in Duluth costs $49 per day, on average, or $146 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 24% cheaper than airport locations in Duluth.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Chevrolet Impala or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Duluth, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Duluth costs $49 per day, on average, or $146 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 24% cheaper than airport locations in Duluth.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Chevrolet Impala or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Duluth, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Duluth

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$30/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$33/day

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