If you're commuting to the Clifton Campus, Emory offers several public transit options that can save you time, money, and stress. Eligible employees can receive a fully subsidized monthly pass for the transit system that best fits their commute.
🚆 MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)
MARTA provides both rail and bus service across metro Atlanta. Several MARTA routes serve the Clifton Corridor:
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Route 6: Clifton Road / Emory
Operates between Inman Park and Lindbergh stations along Moreland Ave., Briarcliff Rd., N. Decatur Rd., and Clifton Rd.
📍 Best for commuters from Midtown, Virginia Highland, and North Druid Hills. -
Route 19: Clairmont Road / Howard Avenue
Connects East Lake, Decatur, and Chamblee stations via W. Howard Ave., Commerce Dr., Clairmont Ave., and Clairmont Rd.
📍 Ideal for those coming from Decatur, North Decatur, and Chamblee areas. -
Route 36: N Decatur Road / Virginia Highland
Runs between Midtown and Decatur stations along 10th St., Virginia Ave., N. Highland Ave., and North Decatur Rd.
📍 Serves commuters from Midtown, Virginia Highland, and Decatur. -
Route 816: North Highland Avenue
Community circulator operating from Five Points Station to Michael St. and Rollins Way via Peachtree St., Ralph McGill Blvd., N. Highland Ave., and Clifton Rd.
📍 Suitable for those traveling from Downtown Atlanta and surrounding neighborhoods.
🟪 Xpress (SRTA)
Xpress offers long-distance commuter service from 12 counties into central Atlanta, including stops near Emory Midtown and MARTA connections to the Clifton campus.
📍 Best for employees coming from counties such as Gwinnett, Cobb, Forsyth, Henry, Cherokee, or Rockdale counties
🟩 Ride Gwinnett (Formerly GCT)
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Route 110 connects the Sugarloaf Mills and Indian Trail Park & Ride lots to Emory’s Woodruff Circle via Clifton Road.
📍 Best for Gwinnett County commuters, especially those near I-85
🟧 CobbLinc
CobbLinc provides express service from Cobb County to key MARTA stations (Five Points, Midtown, etc.) with MARTA connections to the Clifton campus.
📍 Best for employees living in Marietta, Smyrna, or Kennesaw
🎫 How to Access These Transit Passes
Eligible employees may receive a fully subsidized monthly pass for one of the above providers.
📄 Complete the Emory Commuter Benefits Registration Form to get started.
Questions? Email commute@emory.edu — we’re happy to help you choose the best route.