Bus from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
Rosa Parks StationCheapest
RedCoachBus
Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Gainesville-UFFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Rosa Parks StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:24 PM EST.

Get from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
7h 20mAverage Duration
282 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville start from $41. The average price for this route is around $62. 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 ride from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

    The average bus trip duration from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 282 miles (455 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by RedCoach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

    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
11/26
$75
11/27
$65
Today
$71
11/29
$86
11/30
$96
12/01
$57
12/02
$42
12/03
$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Dec 2, 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 Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $183 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL 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, RedCoach 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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