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Next departures for Gainesville to Chicago on August 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	11:03am	Gainesville, TX	1d 2h	1:44pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	11:03am	Gainesville, TX	1d 2h	1:49pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	11:03am	Gainesville, TX	1d 2h	1:49pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	11:03am	Gainesville, TX	1d 2h	1:49pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	11:03am	Gainesville, TX	1d 2h	1:49pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$236, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

766 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNZ$236 - NZ$720	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNZ$543 - NZ$1,724	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 113kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,441 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6441 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 NZ$293

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, TX to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Chicago start from NZ$543. The average price for this train route is around NZ$1,294. 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 Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 769 miles (1240 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Gainesville to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Chicago at 11:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:03am.