TRANSPORTATION

 

Airport Information

Memphis International Airport (airport code MEM) is approximately 13 miles from Memphis Marriott Downtown. Memphis International Airport hosts the following Airlines: Air Tran, American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta, United, and US Airways. Visit www.mscaa.com for more Airport Information.

Airport Shuttle/ Limousine Services

Shuttles

Prior to your arrival at the Memphis International Airport, prearrange any shuttle services you will require for transportation to/from the airport. Other services offered are transportation to/from the Casinos in Mississippi as well as transportation in/around the Memphis and surrounding areas, and tours of Memphis.

Bettie Bus (901) 217-7179
Last Minute Transportation (901) 428-4854
PC Transportation (901)-489-3890
Premier Transportation (901) 577-7700
Sunrise Shuttle - serves only Arkansas destinations (800) 262-2630
Tennco Transportation (901) 522-0001
Unique Travel (901) 848-0486

Estimated Shuttle Fee: $15 USD (one way), reservation required

Limos

Service for luxury limousines must be prearranged and coordinated with companies that offer airport services. These services would only be available on the airport's lower drive.

First Class Limos, Inc.                                                  Premier Transportation
www.first-class-limos.com                                          www.premierofmemphis.com
(731) 668-4963                                                              (901) 577-7700

T-Star Limos                                                                   Tennessee Limousine Service
www.tstarlimos.com                                                      www.tennesseelimo.com 
(901) 853-5466                                                               (901) 452-6207

SFAX
www.memphislimousine.net
(901) 684-1714

 

Taxi Services

Taxis depart from the Terminal B baggage claim area at the ground level. A taxi coordinator is stationed in the Taxi Booth from 5:30 a.m. until the last flight of the day to assist passengers with questions or concerns.

Except in case of an expressed agreement or if a fixed fare is applicable, the fare meter shall be engaged. If the fare amount is based on an expressed agreement between the passenger and the driver, the agreed price is to be established prior to departure.

A Wheelchair Accessible taxicab is available from the Airport thru Yellow Cab Co. Air Travelers can request this taxicab from the Airport's Taxi Starter. There's no extra charge for this capability.

Other Accessible Transportation Service Providers are available by calling:
Wheel Chair Express 901-353-3500
Memphis Area Transit Authority 901-722-7171

Estimated taxi fare: $25.00 USD (one way)

Please note:
Most taxis will not accept credit card payments.

Local Transportation

Each weekday, Memphis Area Transit Authority proudly transport nearly 40,000 riders throughout Memphis and the surrounding areas on 244 transit vehicles including paratransit vans, vintage rail trolleys and conventional accessible buses. We serve four (4) cities in Shelby County and West Memphis in Arkansas. Our authentic vintage trolleys offer a nostalgic trip to some of downtown's most notable attractions and a breathtaking view of the mighty Mississippi River along the magnificent Riverfront.

Visit the Memphis Area Transit Authority's website for trolley and bus information.

Bus and Trolley passes may be purchased at MATA's two Customer Service Centers located at:

The North End Terminal
444 N. Main St. Memphis, TN 38103
Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m-4:30 p.m CLOSED Sundays

The American Way Transit Center
3921 American Way Memphis, TN 38118.
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
and 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
CLOSED Saturdays and Sundays.

Rental Car Information

Courtesy phones located near the exits in all baggage claim areas may be used to contact car rental agencies. All rental agencies are located off the airport and each provides its own courtesy shuttle. The shuttle stop is outside the baggage claim area underneath the overhead signs. Minimum car rental is normally for one day. Hours for each company are varied; please check with the company for their hours of operation.

Alamo 2680 Rental Rd.
(901) 345-0070
(800) 462-5266
Avis 2520 Rental Rd.
(901) 345-6129
(800) 577-1521
Budget 2650 Rental Rd.
(901) 398-8888
(800) 527-0700
Dollar 2600 Rental Rd.
(901) 346-3290
(866) 434-2226
Hertz 2660 Rental Rd.
(901) 345-5680
(800) 654-3131
National Car Rental 2680 Rental Rd.
(901) 345-0070
(888) 501-9010
Thrifty 2680 Rental Rd.
(901) 345-0170
(877) 283-0898
Enterprise 2909 Airways Blvd.
(901) 396-3736
(877) 283-0898

Driving Directions

From: Memphis International Airport (MEM)

To:     Memphis Marriott Downtown Hotel

           250 N Main St

           Memphis, TN 38103

 

Head East

.5 mi
Slight left onto the ramp to Plough Blvd .1 mi
Keep left at the fork and merge onto Plough Blvd 1.8 mi
Take the ramp onto I-240 W 7.8 mi
Take exit 31 to merge onto I-40 W toward Little Rock 1.6 mi
Take exit 1A to merge onto N 2nd St toward 3rd St .2 mi
Turn right at Winchester Ave 413 ft
Take the 1st left onto N Main St 440 ft
Destination will be on the left  

 

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Parking Options

On-Site

On-site parking at the Marriott Memphis Downtown fee: $18 USD daily

On-site parking at the Memphis Cook Convention Center is $10 USD per entry

Valet Parking

Valet parking at the Marriott Memphis Downtown fee: $20 USD daily

Off-site parking

Off-site parking, fee: $5 USD daily