How to travel from Dallas to Atlanta, United States of America

The distance between Dallas and Atlanta is around 733 miles (1,180km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Dallas to Atlanta by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Atlanta (ATL).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    $255
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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1 similiar route

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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta.

  • Duration18hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $120
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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car
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Drive

Drive to Atlanta.

  • Duration12h 50m
  • Distance782 miles (1,258km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dallas and Atlanta

There are several options for getting from Dallas to Atlanta by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $110 and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $255.

The distance between Dallas and Atlanta is around 733 miles (1,180km).

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Dallas and Atlanta by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dallas to Atlanta is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx $255.

The cheapest way to travel between Dallas and Atlanta, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $110 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Dallas and Atlanta. We recommend that you fly from Dallas (DAL) to Atlanta (ATL). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dallas and Atlanta. It typically takes around 18hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Dallas and Atlanta with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 18hrs.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Dallas and Atlanta. Buses run twice daily and take around 18hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Dallas and Atlanta. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and arrive at Atlanta (ATL). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Dallas and Atlanta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

Southwest Airlines, Delta, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines fly between Dallas and Atlanta. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Dallas to Atlanta typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL).

The closest major airport to Atlanta is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) (ATL) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Atlanta. Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) (MCN) and Columbus Airport (CSG) (CSG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dallas and Atlanta. The distance is around 782 miles (1,258km) by road and it will take around 12h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dallas to Atlanta is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around $255.

How do I get from Dallas to Atlanta

Compare travel optionsbetween Dallas and Atlanta

Transport options from Dallas to Atlanta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 40m
$255
every 20 mins1,180km (733 miles)
Fly to Atlanta (ATL)3h 40m
$110
every 30 mins1,224km (761 miles)
Bus
18hrs
$120
twice daily1,348km (838 miles)
Drive
12h 50m
$77
on demand1,258km (782 miles)

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Airports near Atlanta

The following major airports near Atlanta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
International Airport
Distance
8 miles (13km) from Atlanta
MCN
Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (135km) from Atlanta
CSG
Columbus Airport (CSG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91 miles (147km) from Atlanta