We’ve boasted some pretty beautiful train rides through the state of Georgia. From holiday excursions to beautiful day trips, Georgia has its fair share of adventures to take. But there is one that might have been overlooked and is an inexpensive way to see much of the state. While we rave about trains like the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and the SAM Shortline Train, there is another train that is always there, flying under the radar – Amtrak. With services throughout the state, let’s explore the best Amtrak trips from Atlanta, including a route that takes you to beautiful Toccoa, Georgia within a few hours. Come ride through Georgia’s small towns and mountains aboard the Amtrak train. It will be an unforgettable experience.

Climb aboard the Amtrak Crescent train from Atlanta, Georgia up through to the mountains of Toccoa.
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As part of the long-distance route traveling between New York City and New Orleans, the Crescent Amtrak train stops in Atlanta’s Peachtree station and within 90 minutes stops in Toccoa, Georgia.
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What’s most fascinating about this route is that for an affordable price each way you can be from the city to the mountains for a beautiful weekend away.
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Among the best Amtrak routes from Atlanta, plan one specifically in autumn for when the leaves are changing and Toccoa will become even more enchanting. You’ll go from skyscrapers to waterfalls and fall foliage in the blink of an eye during these scenic train trips from Atlanta.
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Toccoa has so much to offer visitors. From the moment you step into this quaint train depot, you’ll feel right at home.
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Curate a weekend itinerary filled with nature, natural beauty, and small-town charm.
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You don’t get to see much nature like this living in Atlanta, right?
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Then, when the weekend jaunt is over, head back along the Atlanta Crescent line for a quick trip back into the capital city.
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To find out more about the route from Atlanta to Toccoa, view the route via Google Maps.
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Note: The Crescent line may have unusual hours depending on the day of travel, so make sure to plan accordingly.

So, what do you think about this Atlanta to Toccoa, Amtrak in Georgia route? Would you spend the day riding through Georgia’s small towns and mountains? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section! Or if you want to plan a trip using the Amtrak system, visit its website for more details.

Take a look at this video for more of Georgia’s natural beauty:

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Atlanta Peachtree Station, 1688 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA
Toccoa, 47 N Alexander St, Toccoa, GA 30577, USA