Next Phase of MARTA’s Five Points Transformation Starts Oct. 13

ATLANTA – The next phase of MARTA’s Five Points Transformation project starts on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, with the closure of the Peachtree Street station entrance and the federal tunnel for employees.

At that time, customers will need to use Forsyth Street to access Five Points Station.

The Forsyth Street entrance will be the only access point for Five Points due to construction. Closing the Peachtree entrance and federal tunnel is a necessary next step for the demolition and safe removal of the existing concrete canopy.

The following service impacts remain in effect at Five Points:

  • Alabama Street and Broad Street Plaza entrances remain closed
  • Restrooms remain closed
  • Customer service offices have temporarily relocated and will eventually relocate to Ashby Station (The opening date will be announced once available)
  • All buses continue boarding on Forsyth Street
  • Rail service and transfers are unchanged
  • Elevators remain open for access and transfers

While elevators remain open, temporary escalator and stair closures will occur over the next few weeks, leading up to the closure of Peachtree Street. During this time, crews will install scaffolding and overhead protection to prepare for the removal of the concrete canopy above.

Signage will be installed to guide customers.

MARTA said the transformation will enhance transit connectivity, increase safety, and improve customer amenities.

This first phase of the project includes the deconstruction and removal of the concrete canopy. Future phases include building a new canopy, enhancing the centralized bus hub and pedestrian connection to Broad Street, and incorporating community spaces, public art, and agricultural elements.

The project will cost roughly $230 million and is funded primarily through the More MARTA Atlanta half-penny sales tax, with $13.8 million from the state of Georgia, and a $25 million Federal RAISE Grant, with remaining support from the MARTA core penny.

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