How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Atlanta start from £110. The average price for this train route is around £136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Atlanta?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Atlanta is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 468 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond 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 Richmond to Atlanta?

The earliest train from Richmond to Atlanta departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 11:06.

Train Richmond to Atlanta from £105 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Atlanta on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	21h 37m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

11h 40mAverage duration

470 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£45 - £213	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£110 - £960	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 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 £110

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Atlanta, GA by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Atlanta start from £110. The average price for this train route is around £136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Atlanta is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 468 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond 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 Richmond to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Richmond to Atlanta departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 11:06.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

£131

25/01

£159

Today

£129

27/01

£152

28/01

£149

29/01

£117

30/01

£159

31/01

£108

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £108

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

You can expect to pay from £108 to £630 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £108, which is on 2026-01-31.