Train from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 7 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
13h 45mAverage duration
543 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£35 - £174Average duration13h 45m
22kg CO₂e
Average price£98 - £574Average duration14h 47m
79kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Atlanta to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Washington start from £98. The average price for this train route is around £108. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Atlanta to Washington is 14h 47m, covering a distance of 540 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Washington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Atlanta to Washington departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/12
£149
05/12
£118
Today
£149
07/12
£141
08/12
£97
09/12
£97
10/12
£203
11/12
£97
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £97

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

You can expect to pay from £97 to £495 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £97, which is on 2025-12-08.

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