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

Next train departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Gainesville Station
30th Street StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Gainesville Station
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Gainesville Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Gainesville Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Philadelphia

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 £110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
16h 18mAverage duration
615 milesDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£78 - £352Average duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e
Average price£110 - £619Average duration16h 18m
90kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start from £110. The average price for this train route is around £130. 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 16h 18m, covering a distance of 615 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 00:24. And the latest train departs at 00:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/12
£105
15/12
£128
Today
£168
17/12
£189
18/12
£105
19/12
£105
20/12
£128
21/12
£105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £105

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 £105 to £602 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 £105, which is on 2025-12-18.

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 £130 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £110. 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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