What is the cheapest way to get from Mobile to Gainesville?

The cheapest way to get from Mobile to Gainesville is to drive which costs $65 - $110 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mobile to Gainesville?

The fastest way to get from Mobile to Gainesville is to drive which takes 6h 16m and costs $65 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Mobile and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Mobile to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Mobile and arriving at BB Wireless - Gainesville via Mobile, Buford Hwy @ Mcelroy Rd and Atlanta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Mobile and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct train from Mobile to Gainesville station. However, there are services departing from Mobile, AL and arriving at Gainesville Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 54m.

How far is it from Mobile to Gainesville?

The distance between Mobile and Gainesville is 408 miles. The road distance is 383.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mobile to Gainesville without a car?

The best way to get from Mobile to Gainesville without a car is to bus via Mobile which takes 9h 9m and costs $150 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Mobile to Gainesville?

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Mobile to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mobile to Gainesville bus from?

Mobile to Gainesville bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Mobile station.

Where do I catch the Mobile to Gainesville train from?

Mobile to Gainesville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mobile, AL station.

Train or bus from Mobile to Gainesville?

The best way to get from Mobile to Gainesville is to bus via Mobile which takes 9h 9m and costs $150 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $470 and takes 18h 54m.

Where does the Mobile to Gainesville bus arrive?

Mobile to Gainesville bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Atlanta station.

What is the time difference between Mobile and Gainesville?

Gainesville is 1h ahead of Mobile. It is currently 7:40 PM in Mobile and 8:40 PM in Gainesville.

Where does the Mobile to Gainesville train arrive?

Mobile to Gainesville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans, LA - Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Mobile to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Mobile to Gainesville is 383 miles. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Mobile to Gainesville.

How do I get a train ticket from Mobile to Gainesville?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mobile to Gainesville?

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Where can I stay near Gainesville?

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Mobile to Gainesville - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Mobile to Gainesville by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Bus via Mobile
best
1. Take the bus from Mobile to Atlantabus Houston
2. Take the bus from Atlanta to BB Wireless - Gainesvillebus Charlotte
9h 9m
$156–289
Drive 381.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mobile to Gainesvillecar 381.3 mi
6h 16m
$70–101
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Mobile, AL to New Orleans, LA - Union Passenger Terminaltrain Mobile / ...
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gainesville Stationtrain Crescent
18h 54m
$210–469
Line 12 bus to Mobile Regional Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Water St SB and Govt to Bel Air Mallbus
2. Fly from Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane MOB - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to BB Wireless - Gainesvillebus
7h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesvillebus Greyhound US0670
9h 40m
$71–130
Train to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Mobile Amtrak Sta to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain
2. Fly from Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane GPT - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to BB Wireless - Gainesvillebus
7h 5m
$165–710
Bus to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Mobile to Crestviewbus
2. Fly from Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane VPS - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to BB Wireless - Gainesvillebus
7h 19m
$201–651
Bus to Pensacola International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to Pensacola Airportbus
2. Fly from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane PNS - ATL
3. Take the bus from Atlanta to BB Wireless - Gainesvillebus
7h 51m
$107–503

Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) flights

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Distance: 405.8 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

What companies run services between Mobile, AL, USA and Gainesville, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from Mobile to Gainesville via Mobile, Atlanta, Buford Hwy @ Mcelroy Rd, Doraville Station - Bay D, Atlanta, and BB Wireless - Gainesville in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mobile, AL to Gainesville Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal in around 18h 54m.

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