Bus from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Gainesville on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Atlanta Bus Station
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)Cheapest
Tornado BusBus
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
Gainesville, (GA - BBWireless)Fastest
ExpresoBus
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
Gainesville, (GA - BBWireless)No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus
Bus
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
Gainesville, (GA - BBWireless)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Gainesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
52mAverage Duration
76 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$22 - $182Average Duration45m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$31 - $34Average Duration52m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Gainesville start from $22. The average price for this route is around $137. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Gainesville is 45m, covering a distance of 60 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Gainesville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Gainesville at 9:14am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    A bus trip from Atlanta to Gainesville generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Atlanta to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-25
$159
11-26
$159
Today
$159
11-28
$159
11-29
$159
11-30
$16
12-01
$159
12-02
$159
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $159 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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