Montgomery to Gainesville by train
Gainesville lies 484 km (301 mi) south-east of Montgomery, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 33 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 591 km (367 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Montgomery | Gainesville | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 195,287 | 145,214 |
| Elevation | 76 m (249 ft) | 37 m (121 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Union Station | Old Gainesville Depot |
| Postal codes | 36101–36191 | 32601–32653 |
Clocks in Gainesville are 1 h ahead of Montgomery right now, so a 6 h 33 min journey lands 7 h 33 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Gainesville from Montgomery?
484 km (301 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Montgomery; by road roughly 591 km (367 mi).
How long does it take to get from Montgomery to Gainesville by train?
About 6 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Montgomery and Gainesville?
Gainesville is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
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.