Route 23 Bus Schedule: Times, Stops & Map

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MARTA Route 23 — Effective April 18, 2026

Ride MARTA Route 23 Between Arts Center, Buckhead, Brookhaven and Chamblee

MARTA Route 23 Peachtree Road/Buckhead runs along Atlanta’s Peachtree corridor between Arts Center and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station. Alternating buses continue farther north to Chamblee Station.

The core Arts Center–Brookhaven section runs every 20 minutes on weekdays and weekends. Only every other trip reaches Chamblee, creating a typical 40-minute frequency on the northern extension.

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Agency MARTA
Route name Peachtree Road / Buckhead
Core frequency Every 20 minutes
Chamblee frequency Every 40 minutes
Standard fare $2.50
Last reviewed
Quick answer

Route 23 Schedule at a Glance

Route 23 operates daily between Arts Center Station and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station. Every other bus continues to Chamblee Station rather than ending at Brookhaven.

Choose north or south Northbound buses leave Arts Center. Southbound buses travel toward Arts Center from Brookhaven or Chamblee.
Read the destination A northbound bus marked Brookhaven does not continue to Chamblee.
Expect 20-minute service The shared Arts Center–Brookhaven section runs every 20 minutes during the published timetable.
Expect 40 minutes to Chamblee Alternating trips serve the extension north of Brookhaven.
Check live status Confirm canceled trips, delays and temporary stop changes before departure.
Most important Route 23 mistake: boarding a Brookhaven-ending trip when you need Chamblee. Check the bus destination sign and confirm that the Chamblee timepoint contains a time rather than a dash.
Official Route 23 Page Live Route 23 Tracker MARTA Trip Planner

Route 23 Rider Guide

Route Diagram Brookhaven vs Chamblee First & Last Buses Frequency Major Stops Destinations Transfers & Bays Northbound Guide Southbound Guide Sample Times Official Timetable Fare & Transfers Live Arrivals Bus vs Rail Accessibility Alerts Lost & Found Trip Problems Official Sources FAQs
Simplified route sequence

Route 23 Map: Arts Center to Brookhaven and Chamblee

The diagram shows the main rider sequence. It is not a street-level map and does not display every local stop.

MARTA Route 23 major-stop diagram Route 23 travels from Arts Center through Peachtree Hills, Buckhead and Lenox to Brookhaven. Alternating trips continue to Chamblee. ARTS CENTER Red + Gold rail PEACHTREE HILLS Piedmont Hospital area BUCKHEAD Red rail LENOX Gold rail BROOKHAVEN Every Route 23 trip CHAMBLEE Alternating trips 20-minute core service 40-minute extension
Route structure: Arts Center → Peachtree Road → Buckhead → Lenox → Brookhaven. Alternating trips then continue through Peachtree Boulevard to Chamblee.
Two northbound patterns

Brookhaven-Ending Trips Versus Chamblee Trips

Arts Center → Brookhaven 20 min

Every scheduled Route 23 bus serves the shared corridor between Arts Center and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station.

  • Ends at Brookhaven Bay B when operating as a short trip.
  • Serves Buckhead and Lenox stations.
  • Does not continue to Chamblee.
Arts Center → Chamblee 40 min

Every other trip continues north after Brookhaven through the Peachtree Boulevard corridor.

  • Passes Brookhaven using the through-service bay.
  • Continues toward Chamblee Station.
  • Look for a Chamblee destination sign.
How the PDF shows the difference: a dash in the Chamblee column means that trip ends at Brookhaven. A printed Chamblee time confirms through service.
Terminal times effective April 18, 2026

Route 23 First Bus and Last Bus Times

These are terminal departures from the official timetable. A bus reaches intermediate stops later, and a final trip may not continue through the entire Chamblee extension.

Service Day Direction First Published Trip Last Published Trip Chamblee Limitation
Monday–Friday Northbound from Arts Center 4:35 a.m.; reaches Chamblee at 5:18 a.m. 12:15 a.m.; ends at Brookhaven at 12:51 a.m. Last through trip leaves Arts Center at 11:55 p.m. and reaches Chamblee at 12:41 a.m.
Monday–Friday Southbound to Arts Center Brookhaven 4:31 a.m.; Chamblee 4:45 a.m. Chamblee 12:03 a.m.; through Brookhaven at 12:09 a.m.; Arts Center 12:40 a.m. Some southbound trips begin at Brookhaven rather than Chamblee.
Saturday & Sunday Northbound from Arts Center 5:00 a.m.; reaches Chamblee at 5:40 a.m. 12:00 a.m.; ends at Brookhaven at 12:35 a.m. Last through trip leaves Arts Center at 11:40 p.m. and reaches Chamblee at 12:25 a.m.
Saturday & Sunday Southbound to Arts Center Brookhaven 4:54 a.m.; Chamblee 5:08 a.m. Chamblee 11:46 p.m.; through Brookhaven at 11:52 p.m.; Arts Center 12:25 a.m. Brookhaven-originating trips appear between Chamblee departures.
Midnight rule: times after 11:59 p.m. belong to the service period that began the previous calendar day. Confirm the date when planning a late-night trip.
Published all-day pattern

How Often Route 23 Runs

MARTA publishes the same core frequency for weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The Chamblee extension receives half as many buses.

Arts Center–Brookhaven All published service days
20 min
Brookhaven–Chamblee Alternating trips
40 min
Traffic reality: 20 minutes is the planned service interval, not a guaranteed wait. Peachtree Road traffic, canceled trips, events and detours can create a larger gap.
Official timetable timepoints

Route 23 Major Stops and Timepoints

The official PDF uses six major timepoints. Local stops between them are available through MARTA’s live route page and nearby-stop tools.

Timepoint Major Stop Rail or Route Role What Riders Must Check
1 Arts Center Station Southern Route 23 terminal; Red and Gold rail Northbound Route 23 boards at the current assigned bus bay.
2 Peachtree Road & Peachtree Hills Avenue Reference point near Piedmont Hospital and Shepherd Center Confirm the correct side of Peachtree Road.
3 Buckhead Station Red Line transfer Northbound Bay B; southbound Bay A.
4 Lenox Station Gold Line transfer near Lenox Square Northbound Bay D; southbound Bay C.
5 Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station Gold Line; end of every other Route 23 trip Determine whether the bus terminates or continues to Chamblee.
6 Chamblee Station West Loop Gold Line and northern Route 23 terminal Only alternating Route 23 trips serve Chamblee.
This is not the complete stop list. Open the official route tracker, choose northbound or southbound and view every stop in sequence.

Places Served by MARTA Route 23

Arts Center District Arts Center Station, Colony Square, High Museum-area destinations and connections to the Atlantic Station Shuttle.
Amtrak Peachtree Station Area Route 23 travels along Peachtree near the Amtrak corridor. Confirm the walking connection before carrying luggage.
Piedmont Hospital Use a Peachtree Road stop near the hospital and allow extra time for an appointment.
Shepherd Center Route 23 serves the Peachtree corridor near the rehabilitation hospital.
Peachtree Battle Access Peachtree Battle Shopping Center and nearby businesses.
Buckhead Buckhead Station, the Peachtree business corridor and BUC shuttle connections.
Lenox & Phipps Lenox Square Mall, Phipps Plaza, Lenox Station and nearby offices.
Brookhaven & Chamblee Town Brookhaven, Oglethorpe University, Cherokee Plaza and Chamblee Station connections.
Door-to-door warning: a destination shown on the route map may still require a walk from Peachtree Road or a rail station. Check the final walking path before traveling with luggage or limited mobility.
Station bays and connecting services

Route 23 Transfers at Arts Center, Buckhead, Lenox, Brookhaven and Chamblee

AC Arts Center
  • Red and Gold rail
  • Route 1
  • Atlantic Station Shuttle
  • CobbLinc connection
  • Route 23 northbound: current route page lists Bay I
BH Buckhead
  • Red Line
  • BUC shuttle
  • Northbound Route 23: Bay B
  • Southbound Route 23: Bay A
LX Lenox
  • Gold Line
  • Route 17
  • BUC shuttle
  • Northbound Route 23: Bay D
  • Southbound Route 23: Bay C
BK Brookhaven
  • Gold Line
  • Route 46
  • Ending northbound trips: Bay B
  • Through Chamblee trips: Bay C
  • Southbound through trips use Bay D
CH Chamblee
  • Gold Line
  • Routes 48, 125 and 132
  • Route 23 terminates in the West Loop
  • Driving instructions identify Bay F
Bay assignments can change temporarily. Check station signs and MARTA alerts rather than relying only on a saved screenshot.
Toward Brookhaven or Chamblee

Northbound Route 23 from Arts Center

Arts Center Begin at the assigned northbound bay.
Peachtree Hills Pass the hospital and Shepherd Center area.
Buckhead Serve Buckhead Station Bay B.
Lenox Serve Lenox Station Bay D.
Brookhaven Some buses end; others continue.
Chamblee Alternating trips reach the West Loop.
Before Brookhaven: check whether the bus is signed “Brookhaven Station” or “Chamblee Station.” Do not assume the driver will continue north.
Toward Arts Center

Southbound Route 23 from Chamblee or Brookhaven

Chamblee Some southbound trips begin here.
Brookhaven Other trips begin here; through buses also stop.
Lenox Southbound Route 23 uses Bay C.
Buckhead Southbound Route 23 uses Bay A.
Peachtree Hills Continue along Peachtree toward Midtown.
Arts Center Route ends near Red and Gold rail.
Southbound service is more frequent at Brookhaven than at Chamblee. Brookhaven-originating trips fill the 20-minute gaps between Chamblee departures.
Official first-trip examples

Sample Route 23 Times Between Major Stops

These examples help explain how the six timetable columns work. They are not a substitute for checking the complete trip table.

First Weekday Northbound Trip

Arts Center Departure
Peachtree Hills Timepoint
Buckhead Station
Lenox Station
Brookhaven Station
Chamblee Arrival

First Weekday Trip Starting at Chamblee

Chamblee Departure
Brookhaven Station
Lenox Station
Buckhead Station
Peachtree Hills Timepoint
Arts Center Arrival
Intermediate-stop estimate: when your stop is between two listed timepoints, use MARTA’s stop-level prediction instead of dividing the scheduled travel time evenly.
Official PDF viewer

View the MARTA Route 23 Schedule and Map

The official two-page document contains the Peachtree Road route map, major destinations, connection information, fare rules and weekday and weekend timetables.

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Current MARTA fare rules

Route 23 Fare, Reduced Fare and Transfers

Standard fare $2.50 One-way MARTA trip Applies to regular bus and rail travel under the current fare structure.
Reduced fare $1.00 Approved eligible riders Available to qualifying seniors, Medicare cardholders and riders with disabilities.
Free transfers 4 Within three hours Transfers are available when the same eligible fare medium is used.
Cash payment Exact Bus payment only Cash riders do not receive the same automatic transfer benefit.
Breeze card Tap the same physical or virtual Breeze card throughout the trip.
Contactless bank card Tap an eligible card directly at the bus validator.
Mobile wallet Supported phone and watch wallets can be used for fare payment.
Round trips A transfer cannot be used to travel back in the opposite direction as a free round trip.
Transfer failure: a physical bank card and the same card stored inside a mobile wallet may appear as different payment credentials. Use one method for the full journey.

Verify MARTA fares and transfer rules.

Real-time Route 23 tools

Track Route 23 and Check Canceled Trips

The timetable shows planned departures. The route tracker displays available live arrivals, stop locations and current vehicle information.

Route 23 tracker Choose northbound or southbound and select the exact stop.

Open Route Tracker

Official route page View stop order, predictions, schedule tabs and route-specific alerts.

Open Route 23

MARTA App Use nearby stops, route maps, live arrivals and system alerts on a mobile device.

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No bus marker? The vehicle may not have started its trip, may have lost GPS communication, may be canceled or may have changed operating assignments.

When Route 23 Is Better Than the Red or Gold Line

Use Route 23 for surface destinations The bus is useful for Piedmont Hospital, Shepherd Center, Peachtree Battle, roadside businesses and destinations between rail stations.
Use rail for station-to-station speed The Red and Gold lines may be faster when traveling only between Arts Center, Buckhead, Lenox, Brookhaven and Chamblee stations.
Combine bus and rail Ride Route 23 to the nearest station and use the free transfer window for the rail portion when fare rules allow.
Check late-night gaps A train and a Route 23 bus may have different final departure times. Confirm both sides of the connection.

Wheelchair Access, Bicycles, Strollers and Service Animals

Accessible buses Ask the operator to deploy the ramp or lift and use the designated mobility-device securement space.
Accessible station transfer Check elevator alerts at Arts Center, Buckhead, Lenox, Brookhaven or Chamblee before relying on rail.
Bicycle racks Regular MARTA buses have front racks with limited capacity. Prepare another plan when both spaces are occupied.
Strollers Keep the aisle, doorway and wheelchair area clear and follow the operator’s safety directions.
Service animals Trained service animals may ride when under the handler’s control.
MARTA Mobility Eligible riders who cannot use fixed-route service may apply for MARTA’s ADA paratransit program.
Accessible-format help: call 404-848-4037. TTY schedule assistance is available at 404-848-5665.

Route 23 Delays, Detours and Temporary Stop Changes

Peachtree traffic Congestion can alter live predictions even when the scheduled timetable remains unchanged.
Road closures Closures near 15th, 16th or Peachtree streets can change the Arts Center approach.
Special events Road races, parades and Buckhead events may move stops or create long delays.
Canceled trips MARTA can publish individual canceled northbound or southbound departures.
Station bay changes Construction or operating needs can temporarily move the route to another bay.
Rail elevator outage An elevator issue can affect a bus-to-rail transfer even when Route 23 is operating normally.
View Current MARTA Alerts View Route 23 Alerts
Do not save a temporary detour as the normal route. Check the alert’s expiration time and return to the official standard map after it ends.

Route 23 Lost & Found and MARTA Contacts

Record the route, destination, stop, date and approximate time before reporting a lost item. It can take several business days for property to reach MARTA Lost & Found.

Routes and schedules 404-848-5000
Lost & Found 404-848-3208
Lost-item email lostandfound@itsmarta.com
Police non-emergency 404-848-4900
Identify the trip. State Route 23, northbound or southbound and Brookhaven or Chamblee destination.
Identify the location. Provide the boarding stop, exit stop and approximate time.
Describe the item. Include brand, color, size and distinctive markings.
Protect sensitive property. Lock payment cards, phones and accounts immediately.
Submit the official inquiry. Use MARTA’s online lost-item process.
Wait for processing. Items may not be delivered to Lost & Found until the operator finishes service.

Open MARTA Lost & Found.

Route 23 Checklist Before Leaving

  • Confirm the timetable is effective April 18, 2026 or later.
  • Select northbound or southbound.
  • Check Brookhaven versus Chamblee destination.
  • Confirm weekday or weekend service.
  • Save the correct stop ID and street side.
  • Check the assigned station bay.
  • Open the live tracker for canceled trips.
  • Check MARTA alerts and elevator status.
  • Prepare the correct fare medium.
  • Allow extra time for a medical or rail connection.

Route 23 Problems and the Correct Next Step

The bus ended at Brookhaven You boarded a Brookhaven-ending trip. Check the next Chamblee departure or transfer to the Gold Line.
The Chamblee timetable shows a dash That trip does not serve Chamblee. It ends at Brookhaven.
The bus did not appear Check canceled-trip alerts, live vehicle status and whether the bus has begun its scheduled run.
The app and PDF disagree Confirm the PDF effective date. Use current alerts and live operating information for temporary changes.
You are at the wrong station bay Read station signs and the official route page. Bay assignments differ by direction and route branch.
Your transfer was charged again Confirm that you used the same eligible fare credential and remained within the three-hour transfer period.
The PDF will not load Open the official document directly in a new browser tab.
You missed the last Chamblee bus Check the Gold Line schedule and safe alternatives rather than assuming the final Brookhaven bus continues north.
Official-source record

Official MARTA Route 23 Sources

Current route page MARTA Route 23 Peachtree Road/Buckhead
Official timetable Route 23 schedule effective April 18, 2026
Route profile and map MARTA NextGen Route 23 profile
Driving and bay instructions Route 23 driving instructions
Live arrivals MARTA Route 23 tracker
Fares and transfers Current MARTA fare rules
Service alerts MARTA system alerts
Mobile rider tools Official MARTA App

Official-source review completed August 5, 2026

Independent-site disclosure: busschedule.us does not operate Route 23, control dispatching, collect MARTA fares or guarantee live arrival predictions.

Frequently Asked Questions About MARTA Route 23

Where does MARTA Route 23 go?

Route 23 operates between Arts Center Station and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station. Alternating trips continue to Chamblee Station.

How often does Route 23 run?

The Arts Center–Brookhaven section runs every 20 minutes on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Trips continuing to Chamblee run every 40 minutes.

Does every Route 23 bus go to Chamblee?

No. Every other northbound bus ends at Brookhaven. Confirm the destination sign and check for a printed Chamblee time in the timetable.

What time is the first weekday Route 23 from Arts Center?

The first published weekday northbound departure leaves Arts Center at 4:35 a.m. and reaches Chamblee at 5:18 a.m.

What time is the final northbound Route 23?

The last weekday departure from Arts Center is 12:15 a.m. and ends at Brookhaven. The last weekday through trip to Chamblee leaves Arts Center at 11:55 p.m.

Does Route 23 run on Saturday and Sunday?

Yes. MARTA publishes 20-minute service to Brookhaven and 40-minute alternating service to Chamblee on both Saturday and Sunday.

How much does MARTA Route 23 cost?

The standard MARTA fare is $2.50. The approved reduced fare is $1.00.

Which rail stations connect with Route 23?

Route 23 serves Arts Center, Buckhead, Lenox, Brookhaven/Oglethorpe and Chamblee stations.

Does Route 23 serve Piedmont Hospital?

Route 23 serves the Peachtree Road corridor near Piedmont Hospital and Shepherd Center. Check the exact stop and walking path before departure.

Does Route 23 serve Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza?

Yes. Route 23 serves Lenox Station and the Peachtree Road/Buckhead corridor near Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza.

How do I track a Route 23 bus?

Open MARTA’s Route 23 tracker, select northbound or southbound and choose the exact stop to view available real-time predictions.

What does a dash in the Chamblee timetable column mean?

It means that trip does not continue to Chamblee. The bus ends at Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station.

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