Bus from Gainesville, FL to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Chicago on December 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

Get from Gainesville to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
894 milesDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Chicago 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 Gainesville to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this route is around $213. 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 Gainesville to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Chicago is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 894 miles (1442 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Chicago at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Chicago generates an estimated 36 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 Gainesville to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 Gainesville to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
12/17
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12/18
$122
Today
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12/20
$158
12/21
$172
12/22
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12/23
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12/24
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $122

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 Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $122 to $203 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-20.

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