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How to get to Gainesville by train
| Routes | 8 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Gainesville, Texas?
Located in Texas, Gainesville is accessible by train from 8 other cities. You can choose from 9 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Gainesville on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Gainesville are also available.
Train companies serving Gainesville
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 31 | 12h 53m | $67.67 |
| Amtrak Heartland Flyer | 6 | 1h 57m | $19.89 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Heartland Flyer, operated by Amtrak, connects Oklahoma City with Fort Worth, Texas, in under five hours, with stops in cities like Purcell and Gainesville. Onboard, passengers can enjoy extra legroom alongside air-conditioned cars, restrooms, and power outlets.
Which train carrier has the best service to Gainesville?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Gainesville by train with Amtrak Heartland Flyer giving them a 4.3 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Heartland Flyer had the most comfortable train service to Gainesville taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Heartland Flyer offers. They rate Amtrak Heartland Flyer a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Gainesville punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Heartland Flyer has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Gainesville, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Gainesville is 605 E California St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Gainesville.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 6h 32m | $20.80 |
| Houston | 12h 43m | $70.27 |
| Norman | 2h 16m | $21.05 |
| Oklahoma City | 2h 38m | $25.78 |
| Austin | 9h 1m | $36.96 |
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