The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is gathering public feedback on a potential passenger rail service that could connect Atlanta and Savannah. The initiative is part of a project funded by an $8 million federal grant and a $2 million state contribution to assess its feasibility, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.

Creating a rail link between these cities aims to address the growing need for efficient travel. Currently, traveling by train from Atlanta to Savannah is a 24-hour journey involving out-of-state transfers, reflecting outdated infrastructure. With Georgia's expanding population, GDOT's project could offer a new transportation option. The plan is to have a comprehensive Service Development Plan ready by early 2028, detailing station locations and service routes, as stated by Urbanize.

This project could also be part of a larger national rail network. GDOT notes that the Atlanta-Savannah line might connect to other projects in Charlotte, Chattanooga, Nashville, and potentially Florida. Private operators, including Amtrak, may run the service, which could contribute to a broader, interconnected southern rail network.

Residents can share their opinions on the project through a GDOT survey, which takes less than three minutes to complete, according to Urbanize.