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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:14 AM CST.
Get from New Orleans to Gainesville
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Gainesville?
Stops in New Orleans
- A1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Gainesville, 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville start from $134. The average price for this route is around $207. 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Gainesville is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 750 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Gainesville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Gainesville at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $149To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $149 to $238 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2026-01-19.
