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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 | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Peachtree Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Peachtree Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Atlanta
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 2 814
Amtrak New York City Atlanta recent customer reviews
I enjoyed it. It's been years since I took Amtrak. I will be doing it going bac home.
Paul L.
Bad 4 hours delays that play with the patience of people
Schomsky O.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Atlanta, GA 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 New York City to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Atlanta start from R 2 814. The average price for this train route is around R 2 814. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from New York City to Atlanta is 18h 43m, covering a distance of 1201 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City 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 New York City to Atlanta?
The earliest train from New York City to Atlanta departs at 14:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 874To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Atlanta, GA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 874 to R 12 902 for a train ticket from New York City to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 874, which is on 2025-12-13.
