GA → NC · about 180 miles
Gainesville to Charlotte bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Gainesville to Charlotte. The fastest takes 3 hours 35 minutes; the first departure leaves at 12:24 AM and the last at 5:45 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 3h 35m
- First departure
- 12:24 AM
- Last departure
- 5:45 PM
Timetable
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 | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:24 AM | 5:06 AM | 4h 42m | Daily | Gainesville Amtrak Station to Charlotte Amtrak Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:45 PM | 9:20 PM | 3h 35m | Daily | Gainesville Shell to Charlotte Bus Station | Greyhound Full timetable |
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Where to board in Gainesville Where you get off in Charlotte The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Gainesville
Where buses and trains stop in Charlotte
Return trip: Charlotte to Gainesville
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Gainesville to Charlotte?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 3 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 42 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Gainesville to Charlotte?
The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 5:45 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Gainesville to Charlotte?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Gainesville?
Buses and trains to Charlotte leave from Gainesville Amtrak Station and Gainesville Shell.