Train from Jacksonville, FL to Gainesville, GA: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Jacksonville to Gainesville on 30 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 55mAverage duration
483 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€55 - €96Average duration13h 55m
12kg CO₂e
Average price€163 - €356Average duration1d 8h
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Jacksonville to Gainesville?

    The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Gainesville start from €163. The average price for this train route is around €232. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Gainesville?

    The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Gainesville is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 479 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Gainesville route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jacksonville to Gainesville?

    The earliest train from Jacksonville to Gainesville departs at 16:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €156

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Gainesville, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €156 to €1,050 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €156, which is on 2026-01-30.

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