How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to Jacksonville cost?

The bus ticket price from Gainesville to Jacksonville starts at R 339. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to Jacksonville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Jacksonville?

The average travel time between Gainesville and Jacksonville is around 2h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 100 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and Jacksonville?

The number of buses from Gainesville to Jacksonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to Jacksonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to Jacksonville?

When taking the bus from Gainesville to Jacksonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Jacksonville?

Buses travelling between Gainesville and Jacksonville leave from Rosa Parks Station or Williston Rd & I-75 and arrive at Jacksonville Amtrak Station, W Forsyth St, Kings Avenue Station.

Bus Gainesville to Jacksonville from R 230 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Jacksonville on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	15:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Gainesville to Jacksonville on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:40	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	17:10	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	15:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to Jacksonville on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:40	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	17:10	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	15:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to Jacksonville on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:40	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	17:10	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	15:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to Jacksonville on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:40	Rosa Parks Station	1h 30m	17:10	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Rosa Parks Station	2h 55m	15:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:29 PM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Jacksonville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 339, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

99 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11360 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. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 339

FlixBus Gainesville Jacksonville recent customer reviews

Every bus driver that showed up denied being the 12:45 pm bus to Jacksonville when my daughter was in ICU after a motorcycle accident and I was trying to get to her and the bus to my knowledge never showed

Leontanette P.

7 July 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587 379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87379 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 R 1 099

Greyhound Gainesville Jacksonville recent customer reviews

It was good. It would be more convenient for all of us if the bus station was open, however. It was closed n Lake City. It was open in Jacksonville. Otherwise very pleasant.

Rosalind F.

28 April 2019

Bus was late, had to spend $100 on an uber to not miss my flight

Matthew R.

6 January 2024

On time

Doris B.

4 November 2023

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Jacksonville?

Stops in Gainesville

A - Rosa Parks Station

B - Williston Rd & I-75

C - Greyhound Station

Stops in Jacksonville

A - Jacksonville Amtrak Station

B - W Forsyth St

C - Kings Avenue Station

D - JRTC Greyhound Bus Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to Jacksonville cost?
The bus ticket price from Gainesville to Jacksonville starts at R 339. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to Jacksonville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
The average travel time between Gainesville and Jacksonville is around 2h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 100 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and Jacksonville?
The number of buses from Gainesville to Jacksonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to Jacksonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
When taking the bus from Gainesville to Jacksonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Jacksonville?
Buses travelling between Gainesville and Jacksonville leave from Rosa Parks Station or Williston Rd & I-75 and arrive at Jacksonville Amtrak Station, W Forsyth St, Kings Avenue Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

R 265

17/11

R 257

Today

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19/11

R 230

20/11

R 230

21/11

R 274

22/11

R 274

23/11

R 310

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 230

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 Jacksonville, FL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 230 to R 310 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 230, which is on 2025-11-19.