Dalton travel guide

Dalton Tourism | Dalton Guide

You're Going to Love Dalton

With a population of 33,128, Dalton is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dalton to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Dalton

Dalton in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dalton in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dalton 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 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.8″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Dalton, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Dalton

Plane

Although Dalton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA), which is located 36 km from Dalton. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dalton departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dalton. The train journey from Dalton to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $26 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dalton is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 125 km from Dalton. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dalton, including Megabus, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Dalton takes 459 km and will cost you around $48. From Jacksonville, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 587 km. Dalton’s bus station is located 11 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Dalton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA), which is located 36 km from Dalton. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dalton departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dalton. The train journey from Dalton to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $26 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dalton is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 125 km from Dalton. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dalton, including Megabus, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Dalton takes 459 km and will cost you around $48. From Jacksonville, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 587 km. Dalton’s bus station is located 11 km from the city center.

Airlines serving Dalton

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dalton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Dalton and Econo Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dalton

Most booked hotels in Dalton

Best Western Plus Dalton Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 575 reviews)
$131+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Dalton, GA
2 stars
Excellent (8, 730 reviews)
$124+
Howard Johnson Dalton
2 stars
Good (7.5, 671 reviews)
$76+
Days Inn Dalton
2 stars
Good (6.5, 654 reviews)
$61+
Super 8 by Wyndham Dalton
2 stars
Good (6, 347 reviews)
$84+
Quality Inn
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 787 reviews)
$74+

Renting a car in Dalton

Renting a car in Dalton costs $60 per day, on average.

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 $3.90 per gallon in Dalton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Dalton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dalton costs $60 per day, on average.

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 $3.90 per gallon in Dalton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Dalton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.