Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Main Street Station | Gainesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Gainesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Gainesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Gainesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Gainesville Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Gainesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5636 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 £110
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Gainesville, GA 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 Richmond to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Gainesville start from £110. The average price for this train route is around £134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Gainesville?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Gainesville is 21h 43m, covering a distance of 421 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Gainesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Gainesville?
The earliest train from Richmond to Gainesville departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 11:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Gainesville, GA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £111 to £593 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £111, which is on 2025-12-14.
