New rider guide
MARTA is an easy, affordable way to get around Atlanta without a car. Whether you’re visiting or just trying to get around town, this guide will help you enjoy the ride on MARTA.
What is MARTA?
MARTA is metro Atlanta's public transportation system, and it includes:
Trains
4 color-coded lines (Red, Gold, Blue, Green).
Buses
90+ routes throughout metro Atlanta, including flexible on-demand service in some areas.
Streetcar
1 Loop through downtown Atlanta.
MARTA Mobility
MARTA Mobility for eligible riders with disabilities.
MARTA Mobility
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
Many cities across the US and around the world have implemented successful high-capacity transit corridors using BRT. MARTA is working to expand service with this new mode in several communities in Atlanta.
Learn moreRegional connections
We partner with other transit systems such as CobbLinc, Xpress, and Ride Gwinnett to make it easy for you to travel throughout the region.
Where can MARTA take you?
MARTA operates in Clayton, DeKalb, and Fulton counties — here are a few popular locations that you can reach on MARTA.
How to pay
Standard fare
- $2.50 one-way
- Daily, weekly, monthly unlimited passes available
Ways to pay
MARTA offers several ways to pay, including:
- Contactless credit or debit cards,
- Mobile wallets,
- Breeze cards,
- the Breeze Mobile app,
- Paper tickets,
- Cash.
Tap to pay with a Breeze card or device for a $2.50 fare, valid for three hours with up to four free transfers.
You can also use Breeze options for added flexibility, including unlimited ride passes and reduced fares for eligible riders.
View all ways to payDiscounts
MARTA offers Reduced Fare Breeze Cards to eligible senior citizens, people with disabilities, and Medicare cardholders for use on all MARTA buses and trains. Group discounts are also available for universities, employers, K–12, and visiting groups.
How to ride the train
Steps to ride the train
1. Plan your trip.
2. Go to a MARTA station.
3. Tap to pay or buy a Breeze card or ticket at the vending machine.
4. Tap your card, ticket, or phone at the fare gate.
5. Follow signs for your train line and direction.
6. Board and enjoy the ride!
Keep your method of fare payment handy.
Whether you paid using a Breeze card or ticket, mobile wallet, or debit / credit card, you’ll need it to tap out of the station.
Train Hours
Weekday: 4:45 AM - 1 AM
Weekend: 6 AM - 1 AM
Train Frequency
Peak hours: Every 10 - 12 minutes
Weekends & off-peak: About every 20 minutes
Riding the bus
Steps to ride the bus
- Check the bus schedule or plan a trip.
- Arrive at the bus stop a few minutes early.
- Look for the route number and destination on the bus stop signpost and the bus.
- When you board the bus, pay with your Breeze card, Breeze ticket, debit/credit card or mobile wallet, or with exact cash.
- Enjoy the ride, and pull the stop cord or press the stop button to signal your stop.
Bus hours
Weekday: 5 AM - 1 AM
Weekend: 5 AM - 12:30 AM
Accessibility
Learn more about accessibility at MARTA
- Elevators, escalators, and ramps at all train stations
- Buses are wheelchair accessible
- For paratransit services, MARTA Mobility is available
Know your rights
NOTIFICATION TO THE PUBLIC OF RIGHTS UNDER TITLE VI OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) operates its programs and services without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Individuals who need a language translator or written documents, in a language other than English, can call MARTA’s Customer Service Office at 404-848-5000 or contact MARTA’s Department of Corporate Compliance & Engagement at 2424 Piedmont Road N. E., Atlanta, GA 30324.
For information on MARTA’s civil rights program or to file a complaint of discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin or disability; call MARTA’s Customer Service at 404-848-5000 (voice), 404-848-5665 (TTY) or visit MARTA Headquarters at 2424 Piedmont Road, N. E., Atlanta, GA 30324, click these links Non Discrimination Complaint Policy and Procedureand Non Discrimination Complaint Formor via the Comments and Lost Items page. Complaints must be filed within 180 days of the alleged incident. Individuals also have the right to file a complaint directly with the U.S Department of Transportation at: U.S. DOT 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S. E. Washington, D.C. 20590, 202-366-4000 (voice) and/or the Federal Transit Administration at: FTA Office of Civil Rights, 230 Peachtree, N. W., Suite 800, Atlanta, GA 30303, 404-865-5600 (voice). Information is also available on the MARTA website.
Helpful tips
No food or unsealed drinks on vehicles
Food is not allowed on trains or buses. Drinks must be in resealable containers.
Walk or roll to connect to your nearest station or stop
Every bus is equipped with a storage rack for two bikes. Our trains offer plenty of room for both you and your bike, so you can bring your bike on your trip or lock it up at one of the station bike racks. Remember to walk your bike through the station, and use the elevator rather than bringing your bike on the escalator or up and down the stairs.
Park and ride to avoid traffic
Park at a MARTA station and continue your trip by train or bus. Many stations offer free day parking with options for longer stays.
Each customer needs their own form of payment to ride.
Do not “pass back” a Breeze card or credit / debit card for others to use. If traveling with children or an individual without their own form of payment, you can purchase multiple Breeze cards/tickets at any vending machine. If using tap to pay, use a different credit / debit card than the one you used.
Apps make it easy
New MARTA App coming soon!
Real-time train and bus arrivals, trip planning, incident reporting, and service alerts
Breeze App
Pay for your ride, manage fares, and track your trip history
