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Gainesville to New York Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Gainesville to New York. Traveling by train from Gainesville to New York usually takes 19 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Crescent train can make the trip in 17 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 696 mi (1121 km) |
| Fastest train | 17h 24m |
| Lowest price | DKK 934.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Gainesville to New York?
The average price for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to New York, NY is DKK 1,041.47, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 22 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 DKK 857.23 more.
Average train ticket prices from Gainesville to New York by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Gainesville to New York is expected to fluctuate between DKK 960 and DKK 2,047 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to New York in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Gainesville is DKK 985.
Average train ticket prices from Gainesville to New York by month
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Gainesville to New York on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about DKK 857.23 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Gainesville to New York?
2 train services operate from Gainesville to New York. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 20h 11m | DKK 1,372.47 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 18h 0m | DKK 2,086.21 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Gainesville to New York every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 934.
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 New York take about 18 hours and 0 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from DKK 985.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Gainesville to New York
The distance between Gainesville and New York is approximately 696 miles, or 1121 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 19 hours and 2 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 17 hours and 24 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 departing from Gainesville to New York tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Gainesville at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Gainesville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to New York faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Gainesville.
City Information
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
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 New York?
Main arrival station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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