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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Boston to Gainesville. The train trip from Boston to Gainesville is usually about 23 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 22 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 887 mi (1427 km) |
Fastest train | 22h 40m |
Lowest price | NOK 3,672.78 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Boston to Gainesville?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Boston, MA to Gainesville, GA was NOK 3,672.78. Train tickets on this route are typically priced higher due to the distance covered. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Gainesville if you book your train tickets at least 11 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra NOK 2,073.52.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Boston to Gainesville?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Boston 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 | 1 | 23h 1m | NOK 4,496.34 |
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 Boston to Gainesville every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 3,673.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Boston and Gainesville is approximately 887 miles, or 1427 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 23 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 22 hours and 40 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Boston to Gainesville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Boston at 8:00am and arrives in Gainesville around 22 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Gainesville to Boston.
City Information
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Boston?
Image credit: Tony Hisgett
Link to image attributionMain departure station: South Station
South Station is the largest and busiest train station in Boston, and a major transportation hub for the greater New England area. South Station's 13 tracks are used by Amtrak, Acela, the MBTA commuter rail, and the MBTA subway system (a.k.a. the "T") with connections to the Boston Logan International Airport. You can also access intercity bus service in the adjacent South Station Bus Terminal. South Station's historic train terminal opened in 1899 right in downtown Boston, and is close to many points of interest like the Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, and the hip Seaport district. At the terminal, you'll find free WiFi, luggage storage, a 24-hour information booth, and 14 dining options, including that New England favorite, Dunkin'.
All train stations in Boston:
South Station
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
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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