The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
Cheapest price
$2190
Average price
$2190
Fastest journey
19 h 2 m
Average duration
19 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL will cost around $2190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2190.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Gainesville, FL on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1136 km distance in an average of 19 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 2 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 19 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, and a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 705 miles (1136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$489 Average price | $207 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price |
18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 5m Average total duration 19h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:48 PM Washington, DC | 19h02 | 1:50 PM Gainesville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
Trains from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€112) but you can travel from only $95 (€77) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:43, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 705 miles (1136 km) distance in 19h 2m.
Distance 705 miles (1136 km) |
Average train duration 18h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€112) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 19h 2m |
First train 13:43 |
Last train 20:40 |
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Low season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Gainesville, FL from $95 (€77). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gainesville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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