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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Griffin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Griffin

With a population of 23,643, Griffin 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 Griffin has to offer.

When to visit Griffin

Griffin in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Griffin in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Griffin in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °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 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Griffin, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Griffin

Plane

Although Griffin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 29 miles from Griffin. Columbus Metropolitan Area is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Griffin departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Griffin. The train journey from Griffin to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 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 Griffin is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 58 km from Griffin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Griffin, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Griffin takes 290 km and will cost you around $49. From Savannah, the ticket costs about $85 for a journey of 404 km.

Plane

Although Griffin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 29 miles from Griffin. Columbus Metropolitan Area is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Griffin departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Griffin. The train journey from Griffin to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 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 Griffin is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 58 km from Griffin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Griffin, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Griffin takes 290 km and will cost you around $49. From Savannah, the ticket costs about $85 for a journey of 404 km.

Airports near Griffin

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

Airlines serving Griffin

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
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Where to stay in Griffin

Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Griffin

Most booked hotels in Griffin

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Comfort Inn & Suites Griffin North
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 201 reviews)
$78+
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Baymont by Wyndham Griffin
3 stars
Good (6.6, 717 reviews)
$65+
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Griffin North
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 211 reviews)
$80+
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Speedway Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 62 reviews)
$67+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Griffin GA
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 754 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Griffin

Renting a car in Griffin costs $57 per day, on average, or $228 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, 5% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Griffin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Griffin is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Griffin costs $57 per day, on average, or $228 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, 5% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Griffin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Griffin is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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