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from $50
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $50
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: University of South Florida
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Rosa Parks Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $50
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa USF, FL
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville-UF
    Operated by: RedCoachRedCoach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $52
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $64
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $53
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tampa - Gainesville

The distance separating Tampa and Gainesville is 118 miles (191 km).

The majority of buses traveling from Tampa to Gainesville start their journey at Tampa USF, FL and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tampa to Gainesville but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tampa to Gainesville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Tampa to Gainesville that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tampa to Gainesville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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