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

Collectible & Antique Chair Gallery
Museums•Historical

When to visit Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stone Mountain in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
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 Miami and takes around 1h 45m.

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 $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 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 Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain 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 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 Miami and takes around 1h 45m.

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 $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 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 Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 185 miles and will cost you around $58. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Stone Mountain

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Stone Mountain

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,889 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,304 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,180 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,594 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 (10,930 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,387 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,205 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stone Mountain

Average rates range from around $237 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

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stone Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 998 reviews)
$89+
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, 550 reviews)
$135+
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Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest
3 stars
Good (7.7, 679 reviews)
$100+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Stonecrest
3 stars
Good (7.7, 501 reviews)
$122+
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Hampton Inn Atlanta/Stone Mountain
3 stars
Good (7.5, 831 reviews)
$86+
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Budgetel Atlanta-North
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$51+
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Renting a car in Stone Mountain

Renting a car in Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Stone Mountain is Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Stone Mountain is Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Stone Mountain

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$40/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

Full-size
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