Bus from Macon, GA to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Macon to Gainesville on April 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Macon Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
RedCoachBus
MGA (Middle Georgia State University)
Gainesville-UFNo tags
FlixBusBus
Macon Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Macon Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Macon Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags

Get from Macon to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
376 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Macon, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Macon to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Macon to Gainesville start from $61. The average price for this route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Macon to Gainesville?

    The average bus travel time from Macon to Gainesville is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 376 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by RedCoach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Macon to Gainesville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, RedCoach.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Macon to Gainesville?

    The earliest bus departs from Macon to Gainesville at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Macon to Gainesville?

    A bus trip from Macon to Gainesville generates an estimated 9.38525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Macon 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 4149 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Macon to Gainesville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Macon to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Macon 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.

Best price found
04-03
No data
04-04
$55
Today
$55
04-06
No data
04-07
$51
04-08
No data
04-09
$51
04-10
$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Macon, GA to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Macon, GA to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $95 for a bus ticket from Macon, GA to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-04-07.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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