Head Toward Uptown
Try the trip to Broadway, the RiverCenter or a workplace from the home's front door. Street conditions and comfort vary block by block.
LIVING IN EAST HIGHLANDS · COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
Historic Streets. Connected Days.
East Highlands' street grid puts Uptown, the Fall Line Trace and METRA connections within reach. Use this guide to plan everyday trips from the specific home you are considering.
Route 7METRA stops on 10th and 13th avenues
UptownRestaurants, work and RiverPark destinations
CSGColumbus Airport for regional flights
On Foot & by Bike
Numbered streets give East Highlands several ways toward Uptown. Explore the actual sidewalks and crossings from a prospective rental before relying on a route for daily trips.
CSU RiverPark
Columbus State's RiverPark campus is among the Uptown destinations to compare by walking, biking, bus or car.
Trail Connections
Find a practical approach to the Fall Line Trace and Chattahoochee RiverWalk. Check street crossings and trail access before making them part of a commute.
By Car
The attached guide points to several useful test trips from East Highlands. Drive times change with the address, traffic and time of day, so compare routes during the hours you would actually travel.
| Destination | What to check |
|---|---|
| Uptown & RiverPark | Compare 10th Avenue, 13th Avenue and other approaches; confirm parking at your destination. |
| MidTown & I-185 | Test errands and highway access from the exact rental address. |
| Columbus Airport (CSG) | Allow for check-in, parking and current flight requirements. |
| Fort Moore & Atlanta Airport | Check current road conditions and any gate or flight timing before travel. |
Before you move: Confirm parking at the home and repeat a typical work or school trip from that address. A neighborhood estimate cannot predict your own route.
Public Transportation: METRA
METRA's official Route 7 stop list includes 10th Avenue at 17th and 18th streets and 13th Avenue at Rhodes, Springer and 14th streets. The route connects to the Transfer Center. Check which stop and direction serve your particular home.
| Route or connection | Useful starting point | Plan it |
|---|---|---|
| Route 7 · Columbus South | 10th Avenue and 13th Avenue stops near East Highlands | Official stop list ↗ |
| METRA Transfer Center | 9th Avenue and 15th Street for connections across the system | Current route information ↗ |
Find the Right Stop
Enter your start and destination in METRA's trip planner for walking directions to a stop and current route options.
Plan a trip ↗Single Rides & Passes
METRA lists a $1.30 regular adult fare, reduced fares for eligible riders and multi-day passes. Check the latest prices before traveling.
Check current fares ↗Dial-A-Ride
Eligible riders whose disabilities prevent fixed-route travel can ask METRA about its paratransit program at (706) 225-4596.
Review eligibility ↗Airport & On-Demand Options
For flights or occasional trips across town, compare the current pickup time, schedule and quoted fare.
Rideshare & Taxis
Check availability for your address, especially for early or late travel.
Columbus Airport
Columbus Airport (CSG) lists Delta Air Lines as its commercial carrier. Confirm flights and ground transportation with the provider.
Airport airline information ↗Groome Transportation
Groome offers a shared shuttle between Columbus and Atlanta's airport. Confirm the pickup point, timetable and fare before booking.
Shuttle details ↗FIND YOUR HOME NEAR EAST HIGHLANDS
Start With the Address.
Explore Turman homes, then test the routes that shape your day.
Reviewed October 19, 2026. Routes, fares and flight service can change. Confirm details with each provider before traveling.
Sources: METRA Route 7 stops · Trip planner · Fares and passes · Dial-A-Ride · Columbus Airport · Groome.