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Bus Gainesville to St. Petersburg: Trip Overview

Bus Gainesville to St. Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$59
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 35m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure3:50 AM
Distance204 km
Latest bus departure11:40 AM

Gainesville to St. Petersburg Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:50AM - 11:40AM
Minimum PriceUS$43
Average Ticket PriceUS$59
Minimum Trip Duration5h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h35m
Distance204 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville - St. Petersburg

The average bus ticket price from Gainesville to St. Petersburg is US$59. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to St. Petersburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Gainesville and St. Petersburg is around 7h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 15m.This is the time it takes to travel the 202 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Gainesville to St. Petersburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to St. Petersburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Gainesville and St. Petersburg leave from Greyhound Station or Rosa Parks Station and arrive at Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop, St Petersburg Bus Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gainesville and St. Petersburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Gainesville to St. Petersburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gainesville to St. Petersburg.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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