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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5621 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £27
Amtrak Gainesville Austin recent customer reviews
Took too long
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Gainesville to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Austin start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Austin?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Austin is 7h 32m, covering a distance of 235 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Austin route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Austin?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Austin departs at 11:03. And the latest train departs at 11:03.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £28 to £189 for a train ticket from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-12-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gainesville, TX and Austin, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £45 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US in about 6h 45m – that's the fastest way to get there!
