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03/21/2025
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Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train

The journey from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train is 542.4 mi and takes 14 hr 13 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:30 PM and the last at 6:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train for as little as $115.98 or as much as $209.38. The best price for this journey is $115.98.

Lowest Price $115.98
Journey Duration 14 hr 13 min
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $115.98
Highest Price $209.38
First Departure 6:30 PM
Last Departure 6:30 PM
Distance 542.4 mi
Departure Washington, DC
Arrival Atlanta, GA
Carriers Amtrak

Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA Train Times

Departure date
Friday, Mar 21, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA

The cheapest Washington, DC - Atlanta, GA train tickets can be found for as low as $126.11 if you’re lucky, or $160.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $227.02.

Find the best day to travel to Atlanta, GA by train

When travelling to Atlanta, GA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
61.1kg
Bus
65.47kg
Flight
174.58kg
Car
139.66kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA are 61.1kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA? By taking the train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA you will save 113.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 4.37kg compared to a bus and 78.56kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA?
A train ticket from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA is $152.43. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $115.98.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA is $115.98. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA by train?
Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA is 542.4 mi.
How long does the train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA take?
Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA is on average 14 hr 13 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 14 hr 13 min.
How many train connections per day go from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA?
Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA leave?
The earliest train from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA departs at 6:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA depart?
The latest train from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA departs at 6:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $115.98 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Washington, DC to go to Atlanta, GA.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA is 14 hr 13 min.
Is there a direct train from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Washington, DC and Atlanta, GA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA by train?
The train journey from Washington, DC to Atlanta, GA creates 61.1kg of CO2 emissions.

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