How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Gainesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Gainesville start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greenville to Gainesville?

The average train ride duration from Greenville to Gainesville is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Greenville to Gainesville route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Greenville to Gainesville?

The earliest train departs from Greenville to Gainesville at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Greenville to Gainesville from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Greenville to Gainesville on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Greenville Station	1h 54m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Greenville Station	1h 54m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Greenville to Gainesville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Greenville Station	1h 54m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Greenville Station	1h 54m	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:33 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Greenville to Gainesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1h 54mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $123	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$36 - $68	Average Duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $36

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Greenville, SC 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.

How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Gainesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Gainesville start from $36. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greenville to Gainesville?
The average train ride duration from Greenville to Gainesville is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Greenville to Gainesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Greenville to Gainesville?
The earliest train departs from Greenville to Gainesville at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$33

11/29

$64

Today

$64

12/01

$39

12/02

$33

12/03

$33

12/04

No data

12/05

No data

The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $518 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from Greenville, SC to Gainesville, GA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 35m	Avg Price$122	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 54m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Greenville, SC and Gainesville, GA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $42 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $36. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gainesville, GA, choose the train, as it will take you from Greenville, SC to Gainesville, GA in about 1h 54m - that's the fastest way to get there!