What's the distance between St. Petersburg and Gainesville by coach?

The journey from St. Petersburg to Gainesville by coach covers an approximate distance of 125 miles (202 km).

How can I get from St. Petersburg to Gainesville without driving?

The best way to go from St. Petersburg to Gainesville without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus St. Petersburg to Gainesville from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from St. Petersburg to Gainesville on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	00:01	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	7h 49m	07:50	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	06:25	Central Ave N	7h 25m	13:50	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	06:25	Central Ave N	5h 55m	12:20	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	15:30	Central Ave N	9h 25m	00:55	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	21:20	Central Ave N	10h 30m	07:50	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

Get from St. Petersburg to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 10mAverage duration

131 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in St. Petersburg and Gainesville?

Stops in St. Petersburg

A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA
B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA

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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,409 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,391 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87391 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £50

Greyhound Lines, Inc. St. Petersburg Gainesville recent customer reviews

Really ghetto. Wasn’t allowed to recline my seat and bus driver didn’t care. The dude behind me refused it and screamed. Not well kept, dirty. Chargers didn’t work

Julian R.

26 December 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from St. Petersburg to Gainesville, FL

What's the distance between St. Petersburg and Gainesville by coach?
The journey from St. Petersburg to Gainesville by coach covers an approximate distance of 125 miles (202 km).
How can I get from St. Petersburg to Gainesville without driving?
The best way to go from St. Petersburg to Gainesville without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/11

£42

22/11

£42

Today

No data

24/11

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25/11

£38

26/11

£44

27/11

No data

28/11

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The cheapest trip from St. Petersburg to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £44 for a bus ticket from St. Petersburg to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-11-25.