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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Raleigh (New Bern Ave) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Gainesville to Raleigh
The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Raleigh?
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Stops in Raleigh
- A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603 - B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Raleigh 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 Gainesville to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Raleigh start from $162. The average price for this route is around $255. 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 Gainesville to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Raleigh is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 763 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Raleigh route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Raleigh at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Raleigh generates an estimated 19 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 Gainesville to Raleigh?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Gainesville to Raleigh?
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 Gainesville to Raleigh?
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.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Raleigh was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $125To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Raleigh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $125 to $494 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2026-01-24.
Usually Greyhound 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.
