Trains tickets from Chicago to Atlanta (GA)

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TodayMay 14
TomorrowMay 15
from $560
FriMay 16
from $464
SatMay 17
from $351
SunMay 18
from $506
MonMay 19
from $462
TueMay 20
from $407
WedMay 21
from $420

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One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Peachtree Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Peachtree Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Atlanta.

Bus
Average Price$64 - $212Average Duration16h 35m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$195 - $432Average Duration1d 13h
86kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Atlanta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
16h 35mAverage Duration
$64Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$278
Average train trip duration1d 13h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure5:55pm
Distance585 miles (942 km)
Latest train departure6:40pm

Chicago to Atlanta Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/12
$420
05/13
$428
Today
$560
05/15
$560
05/16
$464
05/17
$351
05/18
$506
05/19
$462
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Atlanta was searched and found on May 17, 2025 with a price of $351

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Atlanta, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $351 to $1,196 for a train ticket from Chicago to Atlanta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $351 which is on 2025-05-17.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Atlanta is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Atlanta you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Atlanta, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to Atlanta while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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