How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Gainesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Gainesville start from $144. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Gainesville is 15h 47m, covering a distance of 615 miles (991 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Gainesville at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to Gainesville from $137 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Gainesville on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	15h 47m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:39 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

614 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $386	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$144 - $810	Average Duration15h 47m	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 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 $144

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Gainesville start from $144. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Gainesville is 15h 47m, covering a distance of 615 miles (991 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Gainesville at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$167

12/10

No data

Today

$289

12/12

$238

12/13

$238

12/14

$347

12/15

$198

12/16

$198

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $167

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

You can expect to pay from $167 to $693 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $198 which is on 2025-12-15.