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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 €69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, and a flight costs an average of €198.
Distance: 705 miles (1136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€138 Average price | €91 Average price Cheapest | €291 Average price |
18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 5m Average total duration 19h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:43 PM Washington, DC | 19h07 | 12:50 PM Gainesville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL
Distance 705 miles (1136 km) |
Average train duration 18h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€92) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 19h 2m |
First train 13:43 |
Last train 20:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL start from as low as $112 (€92) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $169 (€138) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Gainesville, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Gainesville, FL from $84 (€69). 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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