Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Atlanta Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags |
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Get from Atlanta to Gainesville
The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Gainesville?
Stops in Atlanta
- A3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
- C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA - D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA - E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA
Stops in Gainesville
- A3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- B700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Gainesville start from $64. The average price for this route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Gainesville is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Gainesville at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Gainesville generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Atlanta 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 4087 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Atlanta 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.
The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $60To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $60 to $368 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
