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 November
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stone Mountain in November
Estimated hotel price
$98
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 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles 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 Birmingham, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 150 miles and will cost you around $62. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 235 miles.

Plane

When flying to Stone Mountain, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles 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 Birmingham, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 150 miles and will cost you around $62. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airlines serving Stone Mountain

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,616 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,080 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,804 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,041 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,431 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,065 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,506 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,594 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,084 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,405 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stone Mountain

Average rates range from around $203 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, 966 reviews)
$118+
Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 531 reviews)
$100+
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest
3 stars
Good (7.9, 660 reviews)
$101+
Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, 444 reviews)
$140+
Hampton Inn Atlanta/Stone Mountain
3 stars
Good (7.4, 808 reviews)
$105+
Masters Inn Atlanta - Doraville at I-85 & 285
2 stars
Good (6.4, 627 reviews)
$57+

Renting a car in Stone Mountain

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $40 per day, on average, or $120 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 32% 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 33% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $40 per day, on average, or $120 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 32% 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 33% cheaper than other types, on average.