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Trip Overview

The train between Chicago and Gainesville takes 36h 30m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Chicago to Gainesville. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

36h 30m
Duration
1,273 mi
Distance
$829
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Gainesville train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Chicago and Gainesville. The service departs Chicago at 5:55 PM in the evening, which arrives into Gainesville at 07:25:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 36h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak36h 30m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak36h 30m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrak36h 30m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Gainesville? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,272.8 mi
  • Duration: 36h 30m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Gainesville, GA, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Gainesville Station via Charlottesville in around 32h 13m.

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