Train from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Gainesville to Philadelphia on February 18
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
16h 18mAverage Duration
991 kmDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$132 - $344Average Duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$201 - $421Average Duration16h 18m
90kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start at $201. The average price for this train route is around $254. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

    The average train trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia takes 16h 18m and covers 991 km. The quickest train gets you there in 15h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Gainesville to Philadelphia departs at 12:24am. The latest train departs at 12:24am.

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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 Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 20, 2026 with a price of $192

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $192 to $781 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $192 which is on 2026-02-20.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Gainesville, GA and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $254 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $201. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA in about 16h 18m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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