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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Gainesville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Gainesville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Gainesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5635 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 2 496
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, GA 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Gainesville start from R 2 496. The average price for this train route is around R 3 038. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Gainesville is 15h 47m, covering a distance of 991 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Gainesville 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Gainesville departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 915To 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 R 2 915 to R 10 821 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 R 2 915, which is on 2025-12-13.
