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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Rosa Parks Station
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Williston Rd & I-75
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
    Operated by: ExpresoExpreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Williston Rd & I-75
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
    Operated by: ExpresoExpreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Gainesville to Lafayette: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$123
Average bus trip duration20h 15m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure03:45
Distance578 miles
Latest bus departure18:35

Gainesville to Lafayette Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gainesville to Lafayette, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, FL - Lafayette, LA

  1. How far is Lafayette from Gainesville by coach?

    The journey from Gainesville to Lafayette by coach covers an approximate distance of 582 miles (938 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Gainesville to Lafayette without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville to Lafayette was searched and found on 15 Jul 2025 with a price of US$92

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

You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$205 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to Lafayette based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-07-15.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Gainesville to Lafayette.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gainesville to Lafayette, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gainesville to Lafayette that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gainesville to Lafayette.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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