How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $310. 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 604 miles (974 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale at 12:24am. And the latest train departs at 12:24am.

Train Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:24am	Gainesville Station	1d 17h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
Train	12:24am	Gainesville Station	1d 17h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
Train	12:24am	Gainesville Station	1d 17h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
Train	12:24am	Gainesville Station	1d 17h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
Train	12:24am	Gainesville Station	1d 17h	6:06pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

19h 10mAverage Duration

607 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $191	Average Duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$150 - $1,344	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $150

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA to Fort Lauderdale 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $310. 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 604 miles (974 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale 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 Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale at 12:24am. And the latest train departs at 12:24am.

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

No data

12/01

$298

Today

$224

12/03

$188

12/04

No data

12/05

$175

12/06

$188

12/07

$143

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $1,699 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2025-12-07.