Getting to and from Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM)

Ways to reach MEM

• Bus

  MATA Route 28

  The Memphis Area Transit Authority route to the airport is Route 28, which the September 2026 schedule shows running to Airways Transit Center and Hudson Transit Center at 444 N. Main Street downtown. MATA lists an adult base fare of $1.00. Buses stop on the upper inner roadway with the coach buses.

• Rideshare and taxi

  Interim commercial curb

  While the departures-level roadway is rebuilt, the airport has an interim commercial curb at the B Baggage crosswalk. Taxis are on the left side, limos and shuttles on the right, and Uber and Lyft pickups are on the lower level. Check the airport's commercial ground transportation page for current maps, since assignments have changed during construction.

• Car rental

  Ground Transportation Center

  No shuttle is needed. The rental car companies are on levels 1 and 2 of the multi-level economy parking facility, joined to the terminal by a walkway with moving sidewalks. From B Baggage Claim, take the elevator or escalator down and follow the Economy Parking and Rental Cars signs.

• Shuttle

  Hotel shuttles

  Hotel and motel shuttles are among the commercial operators permitted at the airport. Ask your hotel whether it runs one.

Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?