How much does a train ticket from Gainesville to Houston cost?

The average train ticket price from Gainesville to Houston is $83. The best way to find train tickets from Gainesville to Houston 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 Houston?

A train trip between Gainesville and Houston is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 288 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Gainesville and Houston?

The number of trains from Gainesville to Houston 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 Gainesville to Houston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Houston?

Once in Houston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Houston, NASA Johnson Space Center, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Houston Zoo, Discovery Green Parks.

Trains from Gainesville (TX) to Houston, US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Houston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $97	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$83 - $83	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Gainesville to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

$83Cheapest ticket

42kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gainesville to Houston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$83

Average train trip duration1d

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure11:03am

Distance286 miles (461 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,132 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5132 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 $83.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Gainesville to Houston Train

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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 Houston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Houston.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Houston 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Gainesville and Houston 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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gainesville to Houston.

Did you know?

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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 5m	Avg Price$97	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d	Avg Price$83	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Gainesville and Houston is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $83 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville to Houston in about 6h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Trains tickets from Gainesville (TX) to Houston, US