How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Dallas?

The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Dallas start from R 398. The average price for this train route is around R 433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Dallas?

The average train journey time from Gainesville to Dallas is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Dallas route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Dallas?

The earliest train from Gainesville to Dallas departs at 11:03. And the latest train departs at 11:03.

Train Gainesville to Dallas from R 381 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Dallas on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:03	Gainesville, TX	4h 15m	15:18	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:03	Gainesville, TX	4h 15m	15:18	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:20 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Dallas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 384, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 25mAverage duration

102 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 384 - R 885	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 398 - R 612	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 398

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, TX to Dallas, TX by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Dallas?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Dallas start from R 398. The average price for this train route is around R 433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Dallas?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Dallas is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Dallas route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Dallas?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Dallas departs at 11:03. And the latest train departs at 11:03.

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to Dallas, TX was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 364

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, TX to Dallas, TX?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 25m	Avg priceR 487	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 15m	Avg priceR 433	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Gainesville, TX and Dallas, TX is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 433 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 398. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Dallas, TX, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, TX to Dallas, TX in about 1h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!