Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gainesville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gainesville

With a population of 33,804, Gainesville is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States.

Where to Eat in Gainesville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bistro at the Oaks (2719 Tumbling Creek Rd) and Soco South Soastal Seafood (1701 Browns Bridge Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Gainesville

Gainesville in December
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gainesville in December
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gainesville in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 148 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Gainesville, with an average rainfall of 87 mm.

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How to Get to Gainesville

Plane

Although Gainesville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 40 miles from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 44h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gainesville. The train journey from Gainesville to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $53 for a 4h 36m trip. The train station in Gainesville is called Gainesville, and is located 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gainesville, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Macon, the bus ride to Gainesville takes 95 miles and will cost you around $74. From Greenville, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 160 miles. Gainesville’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Gainesville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 40 miles from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 44h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gainesville. The train journey from Gainesville to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $53 for a 4h 36m trip. The train station in Gainesville is called Gainesville, and is located 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gainesville, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Macon, the bus ride to Gainesville takes 95 miles and will cost you around $74. From Greenville, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 160 miles. Gainesville’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Gainesville

PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gainesville

Lufthansa
Good (7,156 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,363 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,030 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,964 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,632 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,853 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,778 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,810 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (804 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,273 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,393 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,081 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (355 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,246 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,292 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,895 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,212 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gainesville

Average rates range from around $446 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $4,157 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville and Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gainesville

Hiring a car in Gainesville

Expect to pay $1.53 per litre in Gainesville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.25 and $24.33. The most frequently booked car type in Gainesville is Premium (BMW X3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Compass or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.53 per litre in Gainesville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.25 and $24.33. The most frequently booked car type in Gainesville is Premium (BMW X3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Compass or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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