How much is the train ticket from Washington to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Atlanta start from R 2 208. The average price for this train route is around R 2 262. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Atlanta?

The average train journey time from Washington to Atlanta is 14h 13m, covering a distance of 871 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Atlanta route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Atlanta?

The earliest train from Washington to Atlanta departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Atlanta from R 2 165 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Atlanta on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	14h 13m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:39 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Atlanta

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 835, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

13h 40mAverage duration

875 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 835 - R 4 722	Average duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 208 - R 4 754	Average duration14h 13m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 208

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Atlanta, GA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Atlanta start from R 2 208. The average price for this train route is around R 2 262. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from Washington to Atlanta is 14h 13m, covering a distance of 871 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Atlanta route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Washington to Atlanta departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 3 793

11/12

R 3 793

Today

R 2 650

13/12

R 2 650

14/12

R 2 165

15/12

R 3 170

16/12

R 3 170

17/12

R 3 793

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 165

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 165 to R 11 137 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 165, which is on 2025-12-14.