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How to get fromAustin to Gainesvilleby tram, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Austin to Gainesville by tram, car, or bus

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  1. Tram, drive

    best
    1. Take the tram from Downtown Station to Leander Stationtram tram 550
    2. Drive from Leander Station to Gainesvillecar car
    2h 9m
    $12–18

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from 500 Guadalupe/5Th to Leander Station Bay Dbus bus 985
    2. Drive from Leander Station Bay D to Gainesvillecar car
    2h 3m
    $10–20

  3. Drive 66.2 mi

    1. Drive from Austin to Gainesvillecar car 66.2 mi
    1h 26m
    $13–18

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 79.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Gainesville, TX, USA?

There is no direct connection from Austin to Gainesville. However, you can take the vehicle to Leander Station then drive to Gainesville. Alternatively, you can drive from Austin to Gainesville in around 1h 26m.

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