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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (HJAIA) proudly bears the distinction of being the world’s busiest airport and has long served as a valuable hub connecting various cities and countries around the globe. It is served daily by 2,400 flights to 250 destinations worldwide. When shopping for the best flight values, we encourage you to consider visiting the numerous online discount travel Web sites.

For additional HJAIA information go to: http://www.atlanta-airport.com

The Cobb Galleria Convention Centre and selected conference hotels are located just 20 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Ground transportation options from the airport to the Galleria Centre and conference hotels include shuttle service, taxi, or local public transit.


Shuttle Service

A & M Galleria Direct Airport Shuttle Service is the only exclusive non-stop service between the Galleria Centre, Renaissance Atlanta Waverly, Sheraton and Embassy Suites Hotels, and the Atlanta Hartfield-Jackson International Airport.


Taxi Service

Taxi service is available at the Hartsfield-Jackson Taxi Loading Zone located with the Ground Transportation Center just west of the South Terminal baggage claim area; look for the Yellow Bus aisle. Fares originating from the airport to the Galleria Centre and conference hotels are approximately $40 one way ($2 charge for each additional person). For additional taxi information, call (404) 762-6087.


Local Public Transit (MARTA)

The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MARTA) operates Atlanta’s local public transportation system. There is a MARTA station at the western end of the airport’s main terminal. Arriving air travelers should follow the numerous Ground Transportation signs to the MARTA station entrance. A BreezeCard/Ticket can be purchased at the airport station using a debit/credit card or cash. Transfers are available to MARTA buses and Cobb Community Transit (CCT) buses at no charge, but must be obtained at boarding.

Directions to the Galleria Centre via MARTA and the connecting CCT Bus

Take MARTA to the Arts Center Station (one way fares are $2). Board a CCT Bus #10 Marietta (fare is $1.50 – exact change required) and exit at the Cumberland Transit Station. Complimentary shuttle service from the station to your hotel is available either by making arrangements for pickup ahead of time, or by calling your hotel on a personal cell phone to request pickup (no phones are available at the station). Allow approximately one hour for travel from the airport to the Cumberland Transit Station.

For additional information on MARTA schedules and locations, you can download a copy of MARTA’s Ride Guide or click any of the links below for specific information:


Rental Cars

Rental car service desks are no longer available at the main terminal. To access rental car agencies, and to pickup your vehicle you will need to board the airport’s SkyTrain for a quick ride to the off-premise Rental Car Center. For more information on the Rental Car Center, go to: http://www.atlanta-airport.com/rentalcarcenter/RentalCarCenter_Access.aspx. For your convenience, we have provided information on several major car rental companies below.

Rental Car Companies
(click on the company logo to be taken to their site)

Local Phone Number

Toll-Free Reservation Number

Use Toll Free

(877) 222-9075

(404) 530-2700

(800) 331-1212

(404) 530-3000

(800) 527-0700

(404) 763-5220

(800) 261-7331

(404) 530-2925

(800) 654-3131

(404) 530-2800

(800) 222-9058

(404) 766-0080

(800) 847-4389

Driving Directions to the Cobb Galleria Convention Centre

Northbound on I-75 (from airport)
Upon exiting the Airport, travel Northbound on I-85 which runs into I-75 through Downtown Atlanta; I-85 and I-75 will split leaving Downtown Atlanta; remain on I-75. Take Exit 258/Cumberland Boulevard. Go west on Cumberland Boulevard to the fourth traffic light at Cobb Parkway/US 41 and turn RIGHT on Cobb Parkway and go 7/10ths of a mile (5 traffic lights) to Galleria Drive. Turn RIGHT onto Galleria Drive. The Cobb Galleria Centre’s main (rotunda) entrance is located immediately on the RIGHT. An additional parking facility is located directly across Galleria Drive.

Alternate Driving Option from the Airport

Northbound on I-285 (from airport)
Take Exit 19 – Dobbins Air Force Base and Cobb Parkway or U.S. Highway 41 Exit. At the end of the exit ramp turn RIGHT at the traffic light. At the first traffic light turn LEFT onto Galleria Drive. The entrance immediately to your RIGHT is Cobb Galleria Centre’s main (rotunda) entrance. An additional parking facility is located directly across Galleria Drive.

Southbound on I-75
Take Exit 258/Cumberland Boulevard. Go west on Cumberland Boulevard to the fourth traffic light at Cobb Parkway/US 41 and turn RIGHT on Cobb Parkway and go 7/10ths of a mile (5 traffic lights) to Galleria Drive. Turn RIGHT onto Galleria Drive. The Cobb Galleria Centre’s main (rotunda) entrance is located immediately on the RIGHT. An additional parking facility is located directly across Galleria Drive.

Eastbound on I-285
Take Exit 19/Cobb Parkway/US 41. At the end of the exit ramp turn RIGHT onto Cobb Parkway and move into the left-hand turning lane. At the first traffic light turn LEFT onto Galleria Drive. The Cobb Galleria Centre’s main (rotunda) entrance is located immediately on the RIGHT. An additional parking facility is located directly across Galleria Drive.

Westbound or Southbound I-285
Take Exit 20 – Dobbins Air Force Base and Cobb Parkway or U.S. Highway 41 Exit. Continue to exit using the lane marked Cobb Parkway. At the traffic light at the end of the exit ramp turn LEFT onto Cobb Parkway. At the second traffic light turn LEFT onto Galleria Drive. The entrance immediately to your RIGHT is Cobb Galleria Centre’s main (rotunda) entrance. An additional parking facility is located directly across Galleria Drive.

Driving Directions to the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel
from the Airport

Northbound on I-285 (from airport)
Follow signs to Camp Creek Parkway. Turn RIGHT onto I-285 NORTH. Follow to Exit 19 (Cobb Parkway/Highway 41). Take a RIGHT onto Cobb Parkway/Highway 41. Take a LEFT at the first traffic light (Galleria Drive). Follow the road about ¼ of a mile and the hotel will be on your RIGHT. The hotel is located behind the Cobb Galleria Centre and the Galleria Mall.