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

Next train departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Peachtree Station
Union StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Peachtree Station
Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Peachtree Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Peachtree Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Peachtree Station
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:40 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
13h 45mAverage Duration
550 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$46 - $165Average Duration13h 45m
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$128 - $747Average Duration15h 18m
79kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Washington start from $128. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Atlanta to Washington is 15h 18m, covering a distance of 540 miles (871 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Atlanta to Washington?

    The earliest train departs from Atlanta to Washington at 11:00pm. And the latest train departs at 11:29pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/29
$811
11/30
$386
Today
$319
12/02
$125
12/03
$193
12/04
$145
12/05
$125
12/06
$125
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $125

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 $125 to $811 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 $125 which is on 2025-12-02.

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