How to travel from Washington to Atlanta, United States of America

The distance between Washington and Atlanta is around 562 miles (905km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Washington to Atlanta by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Reagan Washington (DCA) to Atlanta (ATL).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    $205
Operated by

American Airlines

+ 2 others

3 similiar routes

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta Downtown.

  • Duration12h 20m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    $35
Operated byFlixbus USA+ 2 others
3
car
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Drive

Drive to Atlanta.

  • Duration10h 45m
  • Distance638 miles (1,027km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Washington and Atlanta

There are several options for getting from Washington to Atlanta by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $35 and will take around 12h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $205.

The distance between Washington and Atlanta is around 562 miles (905km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 542 miles (872km)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Washington and Atlanta by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Washington to Atlanta is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx $205.

The cheapest way to travel between Washington and Atlanta, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $35 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Washington and Atlanta. We recommend that you fly from Reagan Washington (DCA) to Atlanta (ATL). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Washington and Atlanta. It typically takes around 12h 20m and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Washington and Atlanta with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a week and takes 12h 20m.

Flixbus USA run regular bus services between Washington and Atlanta. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 12h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Washington and Atlanta. Flights depart from Reagan Washington (DCA) and arrive at Atlanta (ATL). The flight takes around 2h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Washington and Atlanta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 10m.

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta and United Airlines fly between Washington and Atlanta. Flights depart from Reagan Washington (DCA) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL). These flights usually take around 2h 10m.

The flight from Washington to Atlanta typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Reagan Washington (DCA) and and arrive into Atlanta (ATL).

The closest major airport to Atlanta is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) (ATL) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Atlanta. Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) (MCN) and Columbus Airport (CSG) (CSG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Washington and Atlanta. The distance is around 638 miles (1,027km) by road and it will take around 10h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Washington to Atlanta is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around $205.

How do I get from Washington to Atlanta

Compare travel optionsbetween Washington and Atlanta

Transport options from Washington to Atlanta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
2h 40m
$205
every 15 mins905km (562 miles)
Fly to Atlanta (ATL)2h 55m
$205
hourly916km (569 miles)
Train and Plane2h 40m
$170
hourly994km (617 miles)
Train to Charlottesville, Fly4h 35m
$300
every 20 mins946km (588 miles)
Bus
12h 20m
$35
4 times a day1,039km (645 miles)
Drive
10h 45m
$63
on demand1,027km (638 miles)

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Airports near Atlanta

The following major airports near Atlanta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
International Airport
Distance
8 miles (13km) from Atlanta
MCN
Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (135km) from Atlanta
CSG
Columbus Airport (CSG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91 miles (147km) from Atlanta