16+ daily shuttles link ATL with Columbus, Georgia
Groome Transportation Atlanta–Columbus runs a fixed-route shuttle between Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Columbus, GA, with more than 16 departures most days. The service is an intercity shuttle, not city transit, so you book a seat from ATL to specific stops in the Columbus area, including hotel and park-and-ride locations.
At ATL, Groome picks up on the Domestic Terminal South side, ground transportation level, in the shared ride/shuttle area; this is outside the main baggage claim for airlines like Delta. If you arrive into the International Terminal, plan on taking the free terminal shuttle bus to Domestic, which usually runs every 10–15 minutes, before meeting Groome.
Groome runs every day of the week and typically schedules shuttles to meet common arrival and departure banks at ATL, with early morning and late evening options in the mix. Exact times shift by season and day, so you need to check the current timetable and reserve a specific departure; walk-up space can be tight on peak Fridays and Sundays.
Fares are set per person for the ATL–Columbus route and change occasionally, but tickets generally price below a private car or rideshare booked one-way for the same distance of roughly 100 miles. Children’s pricing and military discounts may apply on some runs, so it’s worth checking the current fare table before you book for a family group.
Shuttles use standard highway vans or minibuses with individual seats; each passenger normally gets at least one checked-size bag plus a carry-on included in the base ticket, with extra-bag fees kicking in if you exceed that allowance. Travel time between ATL and Columbus usually lands around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on I‑85 traffic south of Atlanta.
- Step 1: Land at ATL and collect bags at Domestic or ride the free ATL terminal shuttle from International to the Domestic Terminal South baggage claim.
- Step 2: Head to the ground transportation level on the South side and follow signs for shared ride shuttles to the Groome pickup point.
- Step 3: Check in with the Groome driver or kiosk staff at least 15–20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
- Step 4: Load your checked bags into the shuttle’s cargo area; keep valuables and passports in a small carry-on under your seat.
- Step 5: Ride roughly 100 miles to Columbus, then get off at your pre-selected stop, which may be a hotel, park-and-ride, or Groome hub.
Build a buffer of at least 60–90 minutes between your flight’s scheduled arrival and your Groome departure to cover deplaning, baggage claim, and the terminal transfer if you land at International.