Trip to Gainesville

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Trains from Savannah to Gainesville

🚆 Embark on a scenic train journey from Savannah to Gainesville lasting approximately 12 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of 247 miles with 2 transfers along the way. 🎫 For a slightly shorter travel time of 11 hours and 8 minutes, opt for the route with 3 transfers, including stops at Orange Park Mall, Keystone Heights Senior Center, and ending at Gainesville RTS Downtown Station, all seamlessly connected by Jacksonville Transportation Authority buses.

Where to stay in Gainesville

There are over 22 hotels to stay in Gainesville. Prices range from $50 per night.

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  • Two companies provide train routes from Savannah to Gainesville and Jacksonville Transportation Authority. Greyhound offers a route with 2 transfers through Orlando, Tallahassee, and Miami Intermodal Center, taking approximately 12 hours and 59 minutes to cover a distance of 247 miles. On the other hand, Jacksonville Transportation Authority offers a route with 3 transfers through Orange Park Mall, Keystone Heights Senior Center, and Gainesville Transit Hub, taking about 11 hours and 8 minutes to cover a distance of 234 miles.
  • The fastest train option between Savannah and Gainesville is Route 2, operated by Jacksonville Transportation Authority. This route takes about 11 hours and 8 minutes to cover a distance of 234 miles with 3 transfers through Orange Park Mall, Keystone Heights Senior Center, and Gainesville Transit Hub. Although it involves more transfers compared to Route 1, it offers a slightly quicker travel time overall.
  • There are two train routes available between Savannah and Gainesville route is operated by different transportation agencies, Greyhound and Jacksonville Transportation Authority, and offers varying travel times and numbers of transfers. Passengers can choose between the Route 1 with 2 transfers or Route 2 with 3 transfers to reach Gainesville from Savannah by train.
  • The first train of the day from Savannah to Gainesville departs in the early morning to allow for the long journey, typically around 7:00 AM. The last train of the day from Savannah to Gainesville usually leaves in the late evening, around 8:00 PM, giving passengers a convenient option to travel overnight. Travelers can choose between these departure times to suit their schedules and preferences for the journey by train.
  • There are no direct train trips available each day between Savannah and Gainesville routes involve transfers either by bus or other means of transportation, making the journey from Savannah to Gainesville a multi-step travel experience. Passengers will need to plan their itinerary based on the available transfer options provided by Greyhound and Jacksonville Transportation Authority to complete the trip between the two cities.

Will you be returning to Savannah by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gainesville to Savannah

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