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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Rosa Parks Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:57 PM CST.
Get from Houston to Gainesville
The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Gainesville?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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 Houston, US 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 Houston to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Gainesville start from $145. The average price for this route is around $265. 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 Houston to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Gainesville is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 1261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Gainesville at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Houston to Gainesville generates an estimated 32 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 Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston 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 Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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 Houston, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
