How much does a cheap train ticket from Gainesville to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Gainesville to Washington is US$153. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Gainesville to Washington 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!

How long is the train trip from Gainesville to Washington?

A train trip between Gainesville and Washington is around 13h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 492 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Gainesville and Washington?

The number of trains from Gainesville to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Gainesville to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Gainesville to Washington?

When taking the train from Gainesville to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Gainesville to Washington from US$118 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Washington on 25 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:24	Gainesville Station	16h 15m	16:39	Union Station	Cheapest
00:24	Gainesville Station	13h 23m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
00:24	Gainesville Station	13h 23m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
00:24	Gainesville Station	13h 23m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
00:24	Gainesville Station	16h 15m	16:39	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Washington

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$74 - US$175	Average duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average priceUS$124 - US$314	Average duration13h 23m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

17h 50mAverage duration

US$74Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$153

Average train trip duration13h 23m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure00:24

Distance493 miles

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,418 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5418 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$124

Greyhound Gainesville Washington recent customer reviews

Four hour delay in Charlottesville was unexcusable

Kalli K.

21 April 2018

US train companies: Amtrak, Brightline

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, GA - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Gainesville to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Gainesville to Washington is US$153. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Gainesville to Washington 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!
How long is the train trip from Gainesville to Washington?
A train trip between Gainesville and Washington is around 13h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 492 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Gainesville and Washington?
The number of trains from Gainesville to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Gainesville to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Gainesville to Washington?
When taking the train from Gainesville to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

21/08

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22/08

US$212

Today

US$208

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25/08

US$212

26/08

US$118

27/08

US$118

28/08

US$137

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$118

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

You can expect to pay from US$118 to US$567 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$118, which is on 2025-08-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Gainesville and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

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

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Gainesville and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Gainesville to Washington.

Did you know?

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 travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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.

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