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High Museum of Art
Atlanta’s leading art museum, known for strong American, European, African, and contemporary collections plus major traveling exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $184. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $184, and a train costs an average of $595.
Distance: 756 miles (1218 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$1232 Average price | $210 Average price Cheapest | $379 Average price |
67h 56m Average total duration 67h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 44m Average total duration 23h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA:
A bus is $169 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA costing on average $379 (€306).
A bus is $1022 (€826) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA costing on average $1232 (€996).
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 14m.
Train takes on average 67h 26m.
The table below shows live departures for Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:47 PM Waco, TX | 67h56 | 1:43 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Waco, TX to Atlanta, GA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 67h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $595 (€481) but you can travel from only $184 (€148) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:47, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 756 miles (1218 km) distance in 66h 56m.
Distance 756 miles (1218 km) |
Average train duration 67h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $595 (€481) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 66h 56m |
First train 11:47 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Powerful museum exploring the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and global human rights through immersive, emotionally resonant exhibits.
Popular multi-use trail linking neighborhoods, public art, skyline views, and lively local activity; one of the city’s top walking areas.
Atlanta’s signature urban park with skyline views, walking paths, open lawns, and direct access to Midtown attractions.
Central downtown park built for the 1996 Olympics, surrounded by several of Atlanta’s best-known attractions.
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One of Atlanta’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, offering seasonal American tasting menus in an elegant, polished space.
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Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey downtown, but food, transit, and casual dining are often manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis and rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Not expected at most counter-service spots.
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