Bus from Chicago to Gainesville, GA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Chicago to Gainesville on December 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
909 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$208 - $453Average Duration1d 7h
23kg CO₂e
Average Price$400 - $748Average Duration1d 11h
83kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Gainesville start from $208. The average price for this route is around $246. 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 Chicago to Gainesville?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Gainesville is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 909 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Gainesville at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville generates an estimated 23 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 Chicago 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 87435 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Gainesville, GA?

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