How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Washington start from $131. 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.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Atlanta to Washington is 17h 2m, covering a distance of 540 miles (871 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Atlanta to Washington route?

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

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.

Train Atlanta to Washington from $125 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Washington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:29pm	Peachtree Station	14h 18m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:29 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 $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

13h 45mAverage Duration

551 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $267	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$131 - $1,173	Average Duration17h 2m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $131

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

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.

How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Washington start from $131. 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.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Atlanta to Washington is 17h 2m, covering a distance of 540 miles (871 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Atlanta to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
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

01/23

$219

01/24

$153

Today

$153

01/26

$153

01/27

$153

01/28

$125

01/29

$125

01/30

$153

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 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 $523 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 2026-01-28.