Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Chicago
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Gainesville to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Based on 86984 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$91.00
Greyhound Gainesville Chicago recent customer reviews
The driver literally lied to me. He told there is another bus from Gainesville to atlanta behind him. But after waiting for 3 hr in cold outside, I called greyhound and there was no bus. I had to leave by means from Gainesville to atlanta so I took the uber from from gainsville to atlanta which cost me a lot and was able to catch my next transfer in atlanta. I was wondering do the greyhound pay for the compensation
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Gainesville to Chicago Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville - Chicago
How long does it take to get to Chicago from Gainesville by bus?
The typical travel time from Gainesville to Chicago by bus is around 21h 5m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Chicago in 17h 45m
What is the distance between Gainesville and Chicago?
The distance between Gainesville and Chicago is around 905 km (561 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gainesville to Chicago?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop, in Gainesville, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.
What is the cheapest way to go from Gainesville to Chicago?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Gainesville to Chicago. With a starting ticket price of US$78, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from Gainesville to Chicago?
The bus fare from Gainesville to Chicago is approximately US$123.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Gainesville to Chicago?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from Gainesville until 10:30pm and reaching Chicago on the following day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville to Chicago was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$137 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$117 which is on 2025-05-19.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Gainesville to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gainesville to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gainesville to Chicago.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gainesville to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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.
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