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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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| Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | ||||
| Train
| Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | ||||
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| Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | ||||
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| Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX | ||||
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| Gainesville, TX | Austin, TX |
Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 8 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 414, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6489 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 414
Amtrak Gainesville Austin recent customer reviews
Took too long
Danny S.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Austin start from MAD 414. The average price for this train route is around MAD 465. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Austin?
The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Austin is 8h 4m, covering a distance of 235 miles (378 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Gainesville to Austin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gainesville to Austin?
The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Austin at 11:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:03am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Sep 19, 2026 with a price of MAD 525To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 525 to MAD 1,526 for a train ticket from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 525 which is on 2026-09-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gainesville, TX and Austin, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MAD 465 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 414. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, TX to Austin, TX, US in about 6h 45m - that's the fastest way to get there!
