Bus from Gainesville, FL to Portland, ME: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Portland on January 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Portland (Park & Ride)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Portland (Park & Ride)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Portland (Park & Ride)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Portland (Park & Ride)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Portland (Park & Ride)No tags

Get from Gainesville to Portland

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
1171 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Portland, ME 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 Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Portland start from $284. The average price for this route is around $317. 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 Portland?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Portland is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1171 miles (1888 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Portland at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Portland generates an estimated 47 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 Portland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Portland, ME was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $291

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