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How to get to Atlanta by train
| Routes | 216 |
| Trips per day | 301 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Atlanta
Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
Station Information
Image credit: Michael Hohimer
Link to image attributionLocated at 1688 Peachtree Street NW in Atlanta’s Brookwood Hills neighborhood, the historic two-track Peachtree Train Station opened in 1918 in the style of an Italian Renaissance pavilion. The station, which is now on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, features classic pilasters and columns. More than 70,000 passengers travel on Amtrak’s Crescent train services from Peachtree Station to major destinations including New Orleans, New York, and Washington D.C. Within the station building are two waiting rooms, restrooms, vending machines, and a ticket sales office. The station has accessible entrances and limited paid parking.
Popular train stations in Atlanta:
Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
What train companies travel to Atlanta, Georgia?
Located in Georgia, Atlanta is accessible by train from 216 other cities. You can choose from 301 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Atlanta on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Atlanta are also available.
Train companies serving Atlanta
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 313 | 1d 15h 34m | $303.03 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 32 | 13h 17m | $134.95 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom.
Which train carrier has the best service to Atlanta?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Atlanta by train with Amtrak Crescent giving them a 4.2 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Crescent had the most comfortable train service to Atlanta taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Crescent offers. They rate Amtrak Crescent a 4.2 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Atlanta punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Crescent has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Atlanta, rating them a 3.9 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Atlanta is Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Atlanta.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah | 1d 7h 10m | $198.90 |
| Portland | 1d 12h 24m | $347.12 |
| Lakeland | 1d 17h 59m | $262.92 |
| Baltimore | 16h 17m | $159.67 |
| Bridgeport | 22h 46m | $217.83 |
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