Bus from Gainesville, FL to Fort Myers: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Fort Myers on 15 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
Fort Myers, FLCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Ft Myers Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Ft Myers Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:05 PM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Fort Myers

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 934, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 45mAverage duration
345 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Myers start at R 934. The average price for this route is around R 1 853. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Fort Myers?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Fort Myers is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 345 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 10m and is operated by RedCoach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Fort Myers route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 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 Fort Myers?

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

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Myers produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Fort Myers?

    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 4131 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Fort Myers?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

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

    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 Fort Myers?

    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
12/01
No data
13/01
R 1 224
Today
R 1 581
15/01
R 1 224
16/01
R 1 432
17/01
R 1 224
18/01
R 1 224
19/01
R 1 111
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Fort Myers was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 111

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 Fort Myers as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 111 to R 2 035 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Fort Myers based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 111, which is on 2026-01-19.

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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