Bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Tampa on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
3801 USF Holly DriveCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags

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Get from Gainesville to Tampa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
5h 45mAverage duration
122 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Tampa?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Gainesville to Tampa start from £35. The average price for this route is around £51. 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 journey from Gainesville to Tampa?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Tampa is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 122 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by RedCoach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Tampa?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Tampa at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

    A bus journey from Gainesville to Tampa produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Gainesville to Tampa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4062 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to Tampa?

    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 Gainesville to Tampa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
25/11
£78
26/11
£93
Today
£47
28/11
£45
29/11
£45
30/11
£65
01/12
£45
02/12
£42
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Tampa was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £42

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 Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £42 to £108 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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