Train from New York City to Gainesville, GA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for New York City to Gainesville on January 29
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AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Gainesville StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Gainesville StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Gainesville StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Gainesville StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Gainesville StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
704 milesDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$79 - $272Average Duration1d 2h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$161 - $404Average Duration17h 25m
102kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Gainesville, GA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from New York City to Gainesville?

    The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Gainesville start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $234. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from New York City to Gainesville?

    The average train ride duration from New York City to Gainesville is 17h 25m, covering a distance of 698 miles (1125 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the New York City to Gainesville route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New York City to Gainesville?

    The earliest train departs from New York City to Gainesville at 2:00pm. And the latest train departs at 2:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/27
$224
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02/01
$154
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $154

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Gainesville, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $154 to $604 for a train ticket from New York City to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2026-02-01.

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