GA → AL · about 180 miles
Gainesville to Birmingham train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Gainesville to Birmingham. The fastest takes 6 hours 17 minutes; every train leaves at 7:28 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 6h 17m
- Leaves at
- 7:28 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Gainesville Amtrak Station and arrives at Birmingham. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:28 AM | 12:45 PM | 6h 17m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Gainesville Where you get off in Birmingham The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Gainesville
Where the train stops in Birmingham
Return trip: Birmingham to Gainesville
Questions
How long is the train from Gainesville to Birmingham?
The fastest direct train takes 6 hours 17 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 17 minutes.
What time is the first train from Gainesville to Birmingham?
Every departure is at 7:28 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Gainesville to Birmingham?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Gainesville?
Trains to Birmingham leave from Gainesville Amtrak Station.