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Atlanta to Gainesville Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Atlanta to Gainesville. Traveling by train from Atlanta to Gainesville usually takes 52 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 50 mi (80 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 52m |
| Lowest price | TRY 800.03 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Atlanta to Gainesville?
The average price for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA is TRY 800.03, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 10 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay TRY 84.21 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The average price of train tickets from Atlanta to Gainesville is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.
Which train should you take from Atlanta to Gainesville?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Atlanta to Gainesville. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 0h 52m | TRY 828.67 |
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Atlanta to Gainesville take about 0 hours and 52 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from TRY 800.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Atlanta to Gainesville
Trains from Atlanta to Gainesville are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Atlanta at 11:00pm and arrives in Gainesville within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Gainesville with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Gainesville to Atlanta.
City Information
Atlanta
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Atlanta?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
Located at 1688 Peachtree Street NW in Atlanta’s Brookwood Hills neighborhood, the historic two-track Peachtree Train Station opened in 1918 in the style of an Italian Renaissance pavilion. The station, which is now on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, features classic pilasters and columns. More than 70,000 passengers travel on Amtrak’s Crescent train services from Peachtree Station to major destinations including New Orleans, New York, and Washington D.C. Within the station building are two waiting rooms, restrooms, vending machines, and a ticket sales office. The station has accessible entrances and limited paid parking.
All train stations in Atlanta:
Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
Where is the train station in Gainesville?
Main arrival station: 116 Industrial Blvd
Gainesville has one train station.
All train stations in Gainesville:
116 Industrial Blvd
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