How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Jacksonville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Jacksonville start from $28. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?

The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Jacksonville is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Jacksonville route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Jacksonville at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Jacksonville generates an estimated 2 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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?

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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?

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 Gainesville to Jacksonville from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Gainesville to Jacksonville on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	5:10pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	3:15pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:01 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Jacksonville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

99 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Jacksonville?

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Stops in Jacksonville

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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B
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11455 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $28

FlixBus Gainesville Jacksonville recent customer reviews

Every bus driver that showed up denied being the 12:45 pm bus to Jacksonville when my daughter was in ICU after a motorcycle accident and I was trying to get to her and the bus to my knowledge never showed

Leontanette P.

July 7, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87402 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $90

Greyhound Gainesville Jacksonville recent customer reviews

It was good. It would be more convenient for all of us if the bus station was open, however. It was closed n Lake City. It was open in Jacksonville. Otherwise very pleasant.

Rosalind F.

April 28, 2019

Bus was late, had to spend $100 on an uber to not miss my flight

Matthew R.

January 6, 2024

On time

Doris B.

November 4, 2023

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL 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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Jacksonville start from $28. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?
The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Jacksonville is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Jacksonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Jacksonville at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Jacksonville generates an estimated 2 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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?
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 Gainesville to Jacksonville?
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.

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

$29

11-26

$32

Today

$29

11-28

$29

11-29

$27

11-30

$29

12-01

$26

12-02

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $32 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-01.