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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 Lines, Inc. | Bus | Central Ave N | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Central Ave N | Rosa Parks Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:21 PM EST.
Get from St. Petersburg to Gainesville
The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in St. Petersburg and Gainesville?
Stops in St. Petersburg
- A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA - B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Gainesville start from $62. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from St. Petersburg to Gainesville is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 211 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Petersburg to Gainesville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from St. Petersburg to Gainesville at 1:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
A bus trip from St. Petersburg to Gainesville generates an estimated 5 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 St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 St. Petersburg to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $164 for a bus ticket from St. Petersburg 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 2025-12-05.
