How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Gainesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Gainesville start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $69. 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 Birmingham to Gainesville?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Gainesville is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 180 miles (289 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Gainesville 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 Birmingham to Gainesville?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Gainesville at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Gainesville from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Gainesville on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Gainesville on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Gainesville on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	5h 57m	12:21am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:30 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Gainesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 5 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 57mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $237	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $119	Average Duration5h 57m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 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 $69

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Gainesville, GA 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 Birmingham to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Gainesville start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $69. 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 Birmingham to Gainesville?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Gainesville is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 180 miles (289 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Gainesville 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 Birmingham to Gainesville?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Gainesville at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$76

11/26

$113

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11/28

$76

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $422 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-11-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham, US to Gainesville, GA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 5m	Avg Price$216	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 57m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Birmingham, US and Gainesville, GA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $69 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $69. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gainesville, GA, choose the train, as it will take you from Birmingham, US to Gainesville, GA in about 3h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!