The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA
Cheapest price
$244
Average price
$257
Fastest journey
14 h 11 m
Average duration
14 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
846 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA will cost around $257 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $244.
Of the 4 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Athens, GA on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 846 km distance in an average of 14 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 11 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 15 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
19 Crescent5:14 PM14h11BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2441One-way0 transfers
19 Crescent4:59 PM14h26Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2521One-way0 transfers
171 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent3:58 PM15h27BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2641One-way1 transfer
93 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent4:52 PM14h33BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2681One-way1 transfer
19 Crescent5:14 PM14h11BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2441One-way0 transfers
19 Crescent4:59 PM14h26Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2521One-way0 transfers
93 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent4:52 PM14h33BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2681One-way1 transfer
171 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent3:58 PM15h27BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD7:25 AMGainesville Station, Gainesville, GA$2641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 525 miles (846 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $187 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest |
13h 57m Average total duration Fastest 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 53m Average total duration 23h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 10m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA:
A bus is $74 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA costing on average $173 (€138).
A bus is $88 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA costing on average $187 (€149).
Other travel options to Athens, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 40m.
Flight takes on average 23h 53m.
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
171 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 3:58 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 15h27 | 7:25 AM Gainesville Station, Gainesville, GA | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 4:52 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 14h33 | 7:25 AM Gainesville Station, Gainesville, GA | 1 transfer | |
19 Crescent | 4:59 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 14h26 | 7:25 AM Gainesville Station, Gainesville, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 5:14 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 14h11 | 7:25 AM Gainesville Station, Gainesville, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $173 (€138) but you can travel from only $99 (€79) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 525 miles (846 km) distance in 14h 28m.
Distance 525 miles (846 km) |
Average train duration 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€138) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 14h 28m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 5:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Athens, GA from $99 (€79). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, GA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Athens, GA
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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