How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Gainesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Gainesville start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Gainesville?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Gainesville is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 182 miles (294 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Gainesville route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Gainesville?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Gainesville at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55am.

Train Charlotte to Gainesville from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Gainesville on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Gainesville on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Gainesville on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	4h 30m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:34 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Gainesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

182 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $190	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $117	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Gainesville, GA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Gainesville start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Gainesville?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Gainesville is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 182 miles (294 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Gainesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Gainesville?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Gainesville at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/30

$111

12/01

$111

Today

$75

12/03

$63

12/04

$75

12/05

$52

12/06

$63

12/07

No data

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $644 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Gainesville, GA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 14m	Avg Price$158	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 30m	Avg Price$67	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Gainesville, GA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $67 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $56. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gainesville, GA, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Gainesville, GA in about 4h 14m - that's the fastest way to get there!