How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 979 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale 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 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fort Lauderdale 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Lauderdale 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.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville from $111 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:00pm	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 5h	10:20pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 5h	10:20pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:20pm	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	16h 40m	8:00am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d	8:00am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d	8:00am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale 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, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

979 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$117 - $339	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$204 - $2,126	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Gainesville?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
Visit page Map
B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Visit page Map
C
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Visit page Map
D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
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E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Map

Stops in Gainesville

A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
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B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia
Map
C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,055 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 979 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale 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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fort Lauderdale 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Lauderdale 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.

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The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $198

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

You can expect to pay from $198 to $216 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $198 which is on 2026-01-18.