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

The cheapest way to get from Plano to Gainesville is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plano to Gainesville is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Plano and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct train from Plano station to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from 12Th Street Silver Line Station and arriving at Gainesville Amtrak via DFW Airport North Station and Fort Worth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Plano to Gainesville?

The distance between Plano and Gainesville is 112 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plano to Gainesville without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 52m and costs $26 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Plano to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plano to Gainesville train from?

Plano to Gainesville train services, operated by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), depart from 12Th Street Silver Line Station.

Where does the Plano to Gainesville train arrive?

Plano to Gainesville train services, operated by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), arrive at Dfw North Station.

Can I drive from Plano to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Plano to Gainesville is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Plano to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 35+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Plano to Gainesville - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and line 020 bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from 12Th Street Silver Line Station to Dfw North Stationtrain
2. Take the tram from DFW Airport North Station to Fort Worth Central Stationtram
3. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain
3h 52m
$26–50
Drive 67.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plano to Gainesvillecar 67.1 mi
1h 8m
$13–18
Line 020 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Lane Station to Bachman Stationbus 020
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Ft Worth Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fort Worth to Gainesville Amtraktrain
4h 44m
$31–60

Plano to Gainesville by train and tram

7Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.7 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Plano to Gainesville. However, you can take the train to Dfw North Station, walk to DFW Airport North Station, take the vehicle to Fort Worth Central Station, walk to Fort Worth, then take the train to Gainesville Amtrak. Alternatively, you can drive from Plano to Gainesville in around 1h 8m.

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