Trains tickets from Austin (TX), US to Gainesville (TX)

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Today9 Apr
Tomorrow10 Apr
from US$39
Fri11 Apr
Sat12 Apr
Sun13 Apr
from US$40
Mon14 Apr
Tue15 Apr
Wed16 Apr

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 10 April at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: 10 April at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 April at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: 10 April at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Austin to Gainesville: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$43
Average train trip duration9h 4m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:24
Distance235 miles

Austin to Gainesville Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin - Gainesville

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Austin to Gainesville cost?

    The average train ticket price from Austin to Gainesville is US$43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Austin to Gainesville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Austin to Gainesville?

    A train trip between Austin and Gainesville is around 9h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Austin and Gainesville?

    The number of trains from Austin to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Austin to Gainesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/04
US$40
08/04
US$40
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10/04
US$39
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13/04
US$40
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin to Gainesville was searched and found on 10 Apr 2025 with a price of US$39

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

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$149 for a train ticket from Austin to Gainesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-04-10.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Gainesville you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Austin and Gainesville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Austin to Gainesville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin to Gainesville?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Austin and Gainesville is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$43 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$37. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gainesville, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin to Gainesville in about 9h 4m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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