Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale by train
Fort Lauderdale lies 447 km (278 mi) south-east of Gainesville, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 3 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 546 km (339 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Gainesville | Fort Lauderdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 145,214 | 183,146 |
| Elevation | 37 m (121 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Old Gainesville Depot | Fort Lauderdale station, Fort Lauderdale, Cypress Creek |
| Postal codes | 32601–32653 | 33301–33394 |
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Common questions
How far is Fort Lauderdale from Gainesville?
447 km (278 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gainesville; by road roughly 546 km (339 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale by train?
About 6 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.