Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gainesville Station | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | Durham Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 8 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 365, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5676 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 365
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gainesville to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Durham start from R 1 365. The average price for this train route is around R 1 666. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gainesville to Durham?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Durham is 8h 59m, covering a distance of 486 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Durham?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Durham departs at 00:24. And the latest train departs at 00:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 299To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 299 to R 9 243 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 521, which is on 2025-12-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gainesville, GA and Durham, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 666 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 365. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US in about 7h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!
