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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gainesville Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 330, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5762 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 8 642
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Houston, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Houston start from R 3 650. The average price for this train route is around R 3 650. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Houston?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Houston is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1199 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Houston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Houston?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Houston departs at 07:28. And the latest train departs at 07:28.
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 Houston, US was searched and found on 27 Feb 2026 with a price of R 3 508To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 508 to R 10 036 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 508, which is on 2026-02-27.
