Trains tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Gainesville, GA

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from $300
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from $233
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from $247
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Gainesville.

Average Price$72 - $127Average Duration13h 35m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$209 - $612Average Duration1d 8h
44kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13h 35mAverage Duration
$72Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Jacksonville to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$300
Average train trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure5:11pm
Distance297 miles (479 km)
Latest train departure10:29pm

Jacksonville to Gainesville Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/23
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06/24
$200
Today
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06/26
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06/27
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06/28
$288
06/29
$223
06/30
$237
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville to Gainesville was searched and found on Jun 24, 2025 with a price of $200

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

You can expect to pay from $200 to $1,388 for a train ticket from Jacksonville to Gainesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-06-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Jacksonville to Gainesville is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Gainesville, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Jacksonville and Gainesville compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Jacksonville to Gainesville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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