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 | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gainesville Station | 30th Street Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 464, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5651 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 2 464
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start from R 2 464. The average price for this train route is around R 2 928. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 16h 18m, covering a distance of 991 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gainesville to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Gainesville to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 361To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 361 to R 10 836 for a train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 361, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Gainesville, GA and Philadelphia, PA 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 2 928 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 464. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Gainesville, GA to Philadelphia, PA in about 16h 18m – that's the fastest way to get there!
