What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and New Braunfels?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to New Braunfels. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at San Marcos - Premium Outlets via Dallas Bus Station and Waco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Gainesville and New Braunfels?

No, there is no direct train from Gainesville to New Braunfels. However, there are services departing from Gainesville Amtrak and arriving at San Marcos Amtrak via Fort Worth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

The distance between Gainesville and New Braunfels is 319 miles. The road distance is 302.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gainesville to New Braunfels without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels without a car is to train which takes 8h 23m and costs $150 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to New Braunfels bus from?

Gainesville to New Braunfels bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gainesville station.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to New Braunfels train from?

Gainesville to New Braunfels train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Gainesville Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

The best way to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels is to train which takes 8h 23m and costs $150 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Gainesville to New Braunfels bus arrive?

Gainesville to New Braunfels bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dallas Bus Station.

Where does the Gainesville to New Braunfels train arrive?

Gainesville to New Braunfels train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fort Worth station.

Can I drive from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to New Braunfels is 302 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Gainesville to New Braunfels.

How do I get a train ticket from Gainesville to New Braunfels?

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Where can I stay near New Braunfels?

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Gainesville to New Braunfels - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 8 ways to get from Gainesville to New Braunfels by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, tram, plane, taxi, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain Heartland Flyer
2. Take the train from Fort Worth to San Marcos Amtraktrain Texas Eagle
8h 23m
$150–267
Drive 300.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to New Braunfelscar 300.5 mi
4h 45m
$55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Waco Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Waco to San Marcos - Premium Outletsbus
8h 28m
$136–187
Train, tram to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, fly to San Antonio International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain
2. Take the tram from Fort Worth Central Station to DFW Airport Terminal B Stationtram
3. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane DFW - SAT
4. Take the taxi from San-Antonio-Airport-SAT to New Braunfelstaxi
5h 28m
$762–1,254
Train, tram, bus
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain
2. Take the tram from Fort Worth Central Station to DFW Airport Terminal B Stationtram
3. Take the bus from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Marcosbus
9h 33m
$117–179
Train, tram to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain
2. Take the tram from Fort Worth Central Station to DFW Airport Terminal B Stationtram
3. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DFW - AUS
4. Drive from Austin-Airport-AUS to New Braunfelscar
5h 49m
$351–808
Train, train to Dallas, fly to San Antonio International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain
2. Take the train from Fort Worth Central Station to Victory Stationtrain
3. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane DAL - SAT
4. Take the taxi from San-Antonio-Airport-SAT to New Braunfelstaxi
6h
$179–571
Train, train to Dallas, fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Gainesville Amtrak to Fort Worthtrain
2. Take the train from Fort Worth Central Station to Victory Stationtrain
3. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DAL - AUS
4. Drive from Austin-Airport-AUS to New Braunfelscar
6h 13m
$93–455

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) flights

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Distance: 316.9 mi
Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Gainesville, Cooke County, TX, USA and New Braunfels, TX, USA?

You can take a train from Gainesville Amtrak to New Braunfels via Fort Worth and San Marcos Amtrak in around 8h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gainesville to New Braunfels via Gainesville, Dallas Bus Station, Waco Bus Stop, Waco, and San Marcos - Premium Outlets in around 8h 28m.

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