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Atlanta to Meridian Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Atlanta to Meridian?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Atlanta to Meridian.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHRK 287.27 | Avg. PriceHRK 322.60 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration6h 28m | Duration8h 4m |
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Atlanta to Meridian per day. The average train journey from Atlanta to Meridian takes 8 hours and 5 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 268 mi (431 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 5m |
| Lowest price | HRK 312.82 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Atlanta to Meridian?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Atlanta to Meridian was HRK 312.82. This is an excellent price given the length of the route. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 6 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around HRK 97.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Atlanta to Meridian?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Atlanta to Meridian. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 8h 5m | HRK 387.77 |
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. Train trips from Atlanta to Meridian take about 8 hours and 5 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from HRK 313.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Atlanta to Meridian
The distance between Atlanta and Meridian is approximately 268 miles, or 431 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 5 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Atlanta to Meridian are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Atlanta at 9:00am and arrives in Meridian around 8 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Meridian with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Meridian to Atlanta.
City Information
Atlanta
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Image credit: Unsplash
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. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
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
Where is the train station in Atlanta?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
Located 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.
All train stations in Atlanta:
Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
Where is the train station in Meridian?
Main arrival station: Union Station - 1901 Front St
Meridian has one train station.
All train stations in Meridian:
Union Station - 1901 Front St
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