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, Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern - GA (312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy) and Jekyll Brewing - Gainesville (908 Grove St) are great picks.

When to visit Gainesville

Gainesville in June
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gainesville in June
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
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 Athens Ben Epps (AHN), which is located 60 km from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 32h.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gainesville, followed by Train. The train journey from Gainesville to Tampa takes 2h 16m and costs around S$ 21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 3h 12m trip. The train station in Gainesville is called Gainesville, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gainesville, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Nashville, the bus ride to Gainesville takes 402 km and will cost you around S$ 94. From Savannah, the ticket costs about S$ 108 for a journey of 410 km. Gainesville’s bus station is located 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Gainesville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Ben Epps (AHN), which is located 60 km from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 32h.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gainesville, followed by Train. The train journey from Gainesville to Tampa takes 2h 16m and costs around S$ 21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 3h 12m trip. The train station in Gainesville is called Gainesville, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gainesville, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Nashville, the bus ride to Gainesville takes 402 km and will cost you around S$ 94. From Savannah, the ticket costs about S$ 108 for a journey of 410 km. Gainesville’s bus station is located 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Gainesville

ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gainesville

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,738 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,089 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gainesville

Average rates range from around S$ 310 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 2,406 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville and The Guest Lodge Gainesville.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gainesville

Hiring a car in Gainesville

Expect to pay S$ 1.07 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 S$ 12.79 and S$ 17.05. The most frequently booked car type in Gainesville is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.07 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 S$ 12.79 and S$ 17.05. The most frequently booked car type in Gainesville is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.