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

Stone Mountain travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stone Mountain

With a population of 5.802, Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Stone Mountain

When to visit Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain in May
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stone Mountain in May
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stone Mountain

Plane

When flying to Stone Mountain, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 15 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $86 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 21 km from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 266 km and will cost you around $58. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $51 for a journey of 282 km.

Plane

When flying to Stone Mountain, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 15 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $86 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 21 km from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 266 km and will cost you around $58. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $51 for a journey of 282 km.

Airlines serving Stone Mountain

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,515 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stone Mountain

Average rates range from around $182 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $67 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG and Comfort Inn & Suites at Stone Mountain.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stone Mountain

Most booked hotels in Stone Mountain

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stone Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 957 reviews)
$90+
Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 527 reviews)
$110+
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest
3 stars
Excellent (8, 658 reviews)
$101+
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, 436 reviews)
$90+
Hampton Inn Atlanta/Stone Mountain
3 stars
Good (7.4, 805 reviews)
$99+
Masters Inn Atlanta - Doraville at I-85 & 285
2 stars
Good (6.6, 625 reviews)
$57+

Renting a car in Stone Mountain

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $41 per day, on average, or $122 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 47% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Stone Mountain (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. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stone Mountain, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $41 per day, on average, or $122 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 47% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Stone Mountain (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. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stone Mountain, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.