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How to Travel from

Chicago to Gainesville

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Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$19.11–$292.99

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$560.50
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$598.71
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mcghee
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.73–$496.81
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Asheville
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$585.98

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$369.42
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$331.20
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$318.46
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mcghee
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$420.37
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Asheville
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mcghee
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.94–$598.71
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Asheville
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$509.54

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$229.29
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$318.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Greenville–Spartanburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.39–$407.64

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Atlanta to Gainesville
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$76.43
Train from Chicago Union Station to Charlottesville
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.80–$292.99
Train from Charlottesville to Gainesville
Ave. Duration:
10h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$203.82
Train from Birmingham to Gainesville
Ave. Duration:
5h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$121.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$343.94
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesville
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.33–$76.43
Bus from Chicago Union Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$242.03
Bus from Nashville Bus Station to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$127.39

Tornado Bus Company

Phone:
+1 888 358 6762
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from Taqueria Guadalajara - Greenville to La
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$70.06

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Chicago Union Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$356.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Gainesville is to night bus and train which costs $70.65 - $250 and takes 16h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Gainesville is to fly and train which takes 5h 54m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Gainesville station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Gainesville Amtrak Station via Charlottesville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 13m.

How far is it from Chicago to Gainesville?

The distance between Chicago and Gainesville is 1066 km. The road distance is 1170.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Gainesville without a car is to bus which takes 18h 48m and costs $59.78 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Chicago to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Gainesville train from?

Chicago to Gainesville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Gainesville?

The best way to get from Chicago to Gainesville is to bus which takes 18h 48m and costs $59.78 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $423.91 and takes 32h 13m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Gainesville?

Gainesville is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 19:54 in Chicago and 20:54 in Gainesville.

Where does the Chicago to Gainesville train arrive?

Chicago to Gainesville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlottesville station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Gainesville is 1171 km. It takes approximately 12h 31m to drive from Chicago to Gainesville.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainesville?

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