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Gainesville to Charlotte Train Schedule

Trip Summary

On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Gainesville to Charlotte. The train trip from Gainesville to Charlotte is usually about 4 hours and 44 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Crescent train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 42 minutes.

	Distance	181 mi (291 km)
	Fastest train	4h 42m
	Lowest price	RON 229.25
	Trains per day	1
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Crescent
	Train lines	1

What is the price of a train ticket from Gainesville to Charlotte?

The average price for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Charlotte, NC is RON 229.25, By booking your trip at least 16 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 RON 48.50 more.

Monthly avg. prices

Ticket prices for the train from Gainesville to Charlotte often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only RON 242. If you're thinking of traveling from Gainesville to Charlotte during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 357 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.

Which train should you take from Gainesville to Charlotte?

Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Gainesville to Charlotte. 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	4h 44m	RON 275.01

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 Gainesville to Charlotte take about 4 hours and 44 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from RON 229.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Gainesville to Charlotte

The distance between Gainesville and Charlotte is approximately 181 miles, or 291 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 42 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains from Gainesville to Charlotte are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Gainesville at 12:00am and arrives in Charlotte around 4 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Gainesville.

City Information

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Gainesville?

Main departure station: 116 Industrial Blvd

There is one train station in Gainesville.

All train stations in Gainesville:

116 Industrial Blvd

Where is the train station in Charlotte?

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Main arrival station: 1914 N Tryon St

The busiest train station in North Carolina is located at 1914 N Tryon St, slightly northeast of downtown Charlotte. This station is the origin point for the Amtrak Carolinian to New York City and the Amtrak Piedmont to Raleigh. The Amtrak Crescent also stops in Charlotte on its route from New York City to New Orleans. The station has free parking and vending machines onsite, and is close to several stations for the local LYNX light rail.

All train stations in Charlotte:

1914 N Tryon St

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