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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Peachtree Station | Lafayette, LA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Peachtree Station | Lafayette, LA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 14 hours and with fares starting at just R 952, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 1 449
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA 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 Atlanta to Lafayette?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Lafayette start from R 1 449. The average price for this train route is around R 1 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Lafayette?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Lafayette is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 821 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Lafayette 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 Atlanta to Lafayette?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Lafayette departs at 09:08. And the latest train departs at 09:08.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 311To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 311 to R 8 968 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 311, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Atlanta, GA and Lafayette, LA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 556 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 449. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lafayette, LA, choose the train, as it will take you from Atlanta, GA to Lafayette, LA in about 14h – that's the fastest way to get there!
