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How to get fromLubbock to Gainesvilleby bus, train, car, plane, or tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Lubbock to Gainesville by bus, train, car, plane, or tram

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  1. Bus, train via Fort Worth

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lubbock Citibus DT Transfer Plaza to Fort Worth Downtownbus bus FlixBus 2245
    2. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain train Heartland Flyer
    7h 23m
    $66–121

  2. Drive 291.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Lubbock to Gainesvillecar car 291.9 mi
    4h 55m
    $54–77

  3. Fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, tram, train

    1. Fly from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)plane plane LBB - DFW
    2. Take the tram from DFW Airport Terminal B Station to Fort Worth Central Stationtram tram
    3. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain train
    5h 6m
    $90–409

  4. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Lubbock Citibus DT Transfer Plaza to Ft Worth Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US1144
    2. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain train Heartland Flyer
    7h 48m
    $69–137

  5. Fly to Dallas, train

    1. Fly from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Dallas (DAL)plane plane LBB - DAL
    2. Take the train from Victory Station to Fort Worth Central Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain train
    5h 19m
    $92–376

Lubbock to Gainesville by bus, foot, and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration7h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket$66Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lubbock to Gainesville.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 356.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Lubbock to Gainesville. However, you can take the bus to Fort Worth Downtown, walk to Fort Worth, then take the train to Gainesville Amtrak. Alternatively, you can drive from Lubbock to Gainesville in around 4h 55m.

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