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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gainesville Station | Birmingham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA to Birmingham, US by train
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How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Birmingham 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 Gainesville to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Gainesville to Birmingham is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 180 miles (289 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Gainesville to Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Gainesville to Birmingham at 7:28am. And the latest train departs at 7:28am.
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, GA to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Birmingham, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $422 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Birmingham, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gainesville, GA and Birmingham, 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 $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 Birmingham, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, GA to Birmingham, US in about 4h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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