How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Tampa?

The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Tampa start from R 3 123. The average price for this train route is around R 3 123. 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 Tampa?

The average train journey time from Gainesville to Tampa is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 717 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Tampa 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 Tampa?

The earliest train from Gainesville to Tampa departs at 00:24. And the latest train departs at 00:24.

Train Gainesville to Tampa from R 2 196 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Gainesville to Tampa on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:24	Gainesville Station	1d 12h	12:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	00:24	Gainesville Station	1d 12h	12:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	00:24	Gainesville Station	1d 12h	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	00:24	Gainesville Station	1d 12h	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	00:24	Gainesville Station	1d 12h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 493, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

704 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 493 - R 2 738	Average duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 123 - R 3 343	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 123

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Tampa start from R 3 123. The average price for this train route is around R 3 123. 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 Tampa?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Tampa is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 717 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Tampa departs at 00:24. And the latest train departs at 00:24.

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R 2 196

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Tampa was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 196

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 Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 196 to R 17 152 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 196, which is on 2026-02-01.