• Shuttle providers for the Appalachian Trail

    Some of the information included in this list is from the Appalachian Trail Conservancy site and can be found in the original format here: A.T. Shuttle and Public Transportation Providers or Getting to the_Trail. (PDF, 200 KB, updated 02/11/2011) Please report corrections and updates to us so we can update this listing. Update Here:
    State Town Name Contact info Comments
    Trailwide
    All Any Greyhound Bus Lines (800) 231-2222 www.greyhound.com Trailways Bus Lines 800-343-9999 www.trailways.com Few trail towns are accessed directly by bus, but larger towns 10 or 20 miles away often are; shuttlers can usually get you the rest of the way.
    Maine
    Maine Monson Richard (Buddy) Ward 7 Pines Shuttle Service 207-997-3792 (H), 207-343-2564 (cell) buppyx4@midmaine.com Shuttles from the Monson area to anywhere in Maine and New Hampshire.
    Maine Monson Dawn Shaw's Boarding House 207-997-3597 Shuttle from Bangor to all over the 100 Mile Wilderness.
    Maine Brownville Kathy Preble Call 965-8464 e-mail chair_back_mt@yahoo.com Shuttles between Monson, Millinocket, Katahdin Ironworks (Gulf Hagas) and Jo-Mary (Cooper Brook) areas.
    New Hampshire
    New Hampshire Hanover Steve (Stray Cat) Lake steve@thirdrockoutfitters.com, apexlake@hotmail.com, or call 603-252-8294 Hiker shuttle to or from anywhere. Airport pickups. Insured. Outfitter with some gear.
    New Hampshire Thornton T.J. Harris Email: kharr@adelphia.net 603-726-4779 Will shuttle from VT/NH Border to Pinkham Notch
    New Hampshire Conway John Bartlett cell 508 330 4178, email jbclimbs@comcast.net Shuttle area anywhere between Crawford Notch and Gorham, NH. Advance notice helpful.
    Vermont
    Vermont
    Massachusetts
    Massachusetts Kent, CT Jim(Jigsaw)Curtin jigsaw688@hotmail.com Will cover Kent CT. to mid Vermont and will also go to Albany airport, give me a couple of weeks notice anytime on weekends after work during the week, email me.
    Massachusetts North Adams MA David Ackerson 413 346 1033 daveackerson@yahoo.com AT/LT shuttles Bear Mt. to Hanover Slackpacking S. VT and N. MA Albany Airport Advance notice suggested
    Massachusetts Washington, MA Marilyn or Roy Wiley 413 623 5859 or marilynwiley@toast.net Live in Washington, MA, less than 1/4 mile from the trail. Also provide shuttle service to Albany, NY and Bradley ,Kent, Ct, Manchester Center, VT, CT airports. Mail drops may also be sent to us, but please call first.
    Connecticut
    Connecticut Torrington, CT Greg Peters 860-307-7121 ridgerunner@optonline.net Covers all CT, most of MA and NY. Cost = Gas money, a good story and possible barter.
    New York
    New York
    New Jersey
    New Jersey
    Pennsylvania
    Pennsylvania Delaware Water Gap, PA Edge of the Woods Outfitters Offering AT shuttle service in Northeast PA and NJ. The shop is located just 2 blocks from the trail. We're located at 110 Main St Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327. 570-421-6681www.edgeofthewoodsoutfitters.com
    Pennsylvania Pine Grove, PA Lance & Joyce 570-345-0474 pamoneypit@yahoo.com We are located at RT 501 in Pine Grove PA. Our number is 570-345-0474. We shuttle to grocery store,doctor,dentist,vet,motel,trail heads,bus stations & airports...about a 140 mile distance from US. Thank you
    Maryland
    Maryland
    West Virginia
    West Virginia Harpers Ferry Teahorse B&B / Hostel in Harpers Ferry phone: (304) 535-6848 email: teahorse@live.com offers shuttles in the Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia locales in the vicinity of Harpers Ferry.
    Virginia
    Virginia 2.5 miles from Trail in Pearisburg Tom Hoffman Landline: 540-921-1184 Cell: 540-235-2405 Email: gopullman@aol.com Reasonable rates. Distance negotiable.
    Virginia Homer Witcher P.O. Box 562 Daleville, VA 24083 540-266-4849 witchers4@juno.com
    North Carolina/Tennessee
    TN Harford Curtis Owen Curtis Owen 423-487-0014 curtisvowen@gmail.com I'm located 3mile North Great Smoky Mtns. National Park near Interstate 40. Frequent shuttles to Newfound Gap, Hot Springs, Max Patch & Fontana. $2/day parking
    NC/TN Newport Ron McGaha Highlands Shuttle Service mdron@bellsouth.net HomePage Phone:423-625-0739 Cell:865-322-2752 I have hiked all the A-T in my service area and would like to assist other A-T hikers.
    NC Franklin Ron Haven Haven's Budget Inn www.havensbudgetinn.com Phone: 828-524-4403 Local and long distance.
    NC/TN Bill (GryWolf) Johnson Appalachian Services www.appalachianservices.com AppalachianServices@msn.com 24 Hrs 828-507-5747 (Cell) Full service hiker support since 2001. A.T. from Amicalola Falls/Springer Mountain, GA to Harpers Ferry, WV. Services include re-supply, canine shuttle/kennel and vehicle relocation. Airport, bus, train shuttles to/from most stations between Atlanta, GA and Damascus, VA. Long-range (i.e. FL-GA or equal distance) shuttles available. Year around, 7 days/week. 24 Hour Emergency Assistance Available. No fee, No Obligation Transportation To Urgent Care Facilities Within 50 Miles Of Smoky Mountain National Park. We require a 50% deposit (by credit/debit card or PayPal account) of the originally quoted shuttle fee in order to schedule shuttles, then the balance is due at the time of pick-up. The deposit is fully refundable up to 11 days before the originally scheduled pickup day, non-refundable at 10 or less days cancellation notice.
    NC Stecoah Gap, NC Phil and Donna The Cabin in the Woods www.thecabininthewoods.com 828-735-3368 828-735-1930 Shuttles from Springer to Hot Springs and all points in between.
    NC Cherokee, NC Eastern Band Public Transit www.cherokeetransit.com Call toll free 1-866-388-6071 or 828-497-5296. We provide a shuttle service from Cherokee NC to Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg, TN seven days May 01 to Sept.31. Fall/Winter schedule more limited. Group rates available. Flag down service available. Stop at Newfound Gap on 441 day runs. Service is designed to reduce vehicle emissions in the Park.
    NC/TN Gatlinburg, TN Erik and Vesna www.awalkinthewoods.com We have been operating for 12 years and have yet to be late for a shuttle pick up. We have support for folks hiking the AT in and around the Smokies as well as discounts for thru hikers. One of our guides/drivers is a thru hiker.
    TN Newport, TN Kevin Browning (423) 623-7074 or (865) 216-3426 Taxi service and we operate 24/7. Own aminivan, also have a 12 passenger van. Newport has everything that the hikers need and we are only 18 miles from Davenport Gap. There are several restaurants, hotels, drug stores, grocery stores (Wal-mart included), banks, laundry mats, and even a hospital.
    NC Fontana Dam, NC Jeff and Nancy Hoch (828) 479-3677 hikeinn@graham.main.nc.us www.thehikeinn.com Specializing in transportation and accommodations for hikers only, available year-round covering A.T. trailheads between Amicalola Falls S.P., GA and Erwin, TN. Airports, bus stations & car rentals in Asheville, Knoxville, and Atlanta. Reservations preferred, 15 years experience. Also covering the BMT, Bartram trail and all GSMNP trails, resupply trips, parking, planning and info.
    NC Hot Springs, NC Bluff Mountain Outfitters (828) 622- 7162 bmo28743@frontier.com www.bluffmountain.com Springer Mtn. to Troutville, Va. Full service store. Advance notice appreciated.
    NC Roan Mountain,TN Mountain Harbour B&B and Hiker Hostel (866) 772-9494 Newfound Gap, NC to Summit Cut, VA. Parking available.
    NC Ashville, NC Harry Siegel AKA Zen Pig Asheville Airport Shuttle www.ashevilleairportshuttle.com/ Service the entire southeastern section of the AT from Springer to up in Virginia. 24 Hrs a day by reservation. 828-231-1053 Price list on web-site.
    Georgia
    GA Clayton/Hiawassee, GA Bill's Wheels of Georgia Springer Mountain and Atlanta, GA Airport to NOC Wesser, NC. Shuttles to/from airports, bus & train stations within our service area. Available 365 days a year at any hour, however extremely early or extremely late shuttles are price-adjusted accordingly. Advance notice appreciated but not always required. Call or email for more information or assistance. Clayton/Hiawassee, GA 865-202-1041(Cell)BillsWheelsOfGeorgia@yahoo.com
    GA Roswell, GA Survivor Dave Dave 678-469-0978 www.atsurvivordave.com Provides shuttle services to/from major areas including Atlanta Airport, and North Springs MARTA Station to Amicalola Falls State Park, Springer Mountain (via FS 42), Woody Gap, Neels Gap, Unicoi Gap, Dick's Creek Gap and as far as Fontana Dam. Will stop at the outfitter and/or supermarket for supplies (time permitting). Reasonable rates. 24 hours notice please. Leave a message, he will get back within a short time.
    GA Hiawassee Joyce Monroe and Sally Smith 706-896-9339 (Any time before 7PM) dirtft2001@yahoo.com South to Amicalola Falls St. Pk. & Springer Mt. terminus area North to Fontana Dam and points north. Available: Year round, 7 days/week. Advance notice: 1 day please. We will pick up at Atlanta airport. We're two honest, dependable retirees available most any time we're not out helping hikers. Leave a message and phone number where you can be reached if we're not in. We can also stage your vehicle at our home and deliver it to a designated trailhead for your arrival at a later date.
    GA Gainesville Del Notre Shuttle Services Contact Information: Manager: James Agbor Tel: (770) 572 9702 We pick-up from Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson Airport to Appalachian Trail From Gaineville AmtrakTrain Station to Appalachian Trail From Greyhound Bus Station to Appalachian Trail Rates: From Atlanta Airport to Amicolola Falls $130.00 From Gainesville to Amicolola Falls $60.00 From Atlanta Greyhound bus station to Amicolola Falls $120.00 We shall respond to your calls in a prompt manner and we offer excellent customer service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    GA Sandy Springs, GA David "Solo" Tyler (229) 630-6249 dmtyler@gmail.com Rides from Atlanta to Springer Mt. or other points on the AT in GA. Mainly available on weekends. Also able to provide fuel or other supplies as well as package pickup. Best way to contact is via email.
    GA Atlanta, GA Appalachian Adam (404) 781-9108 www.AppalachianAdam.com Shuttles to the Trail from the Atlanta area and throughout N.GA and southern TN/NC. Female-specific shuttles possible by owner’s wife. Package receiving, supply stops, and other services possible.
    GA Gainesville, GA Unitax (770) 297-0255 (770) 532-0628 One block from Amtrak, six blocks from bus station. 24 hrs. a day. $65 to Amicalola Falls Lodge, $85 to USFS 42, $5 EAP. All of north GA. Dogs OK, cash/travelers checks only.
    GA Ellijay, GA Richardx Anderson (706) 276-2520 (404) 408-2524 richardjanderson@etcmail.com Atlanta airport to Springer and points on A.T. in Georgia.
    GA East Ellijay, GA North Georgia Mtn. Outfitters, LLC www.hikenorthgeorgia.com info@hikenorthgeorgia.com Atlanta airport, Marta stations, A.T. in Georgia.
    GA Dahlonega, GA Josh & Leigh Saint "Profile & Almanac" A.T. Hiker Hostel (770) 312-7342 hikerhostel@yahoo.com www.hikerhostel.com Shuttles from Atlanta airport or Gainesville to Amicalola Falls, Springer, and other points on A.T. in GA. Resupply (stop at outfitter), fuel, and hostel also available.