Find coaches from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL

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Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville on 14 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
Gainesville Bus StopCheapest
RedCoach
Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Gainesville-UFFastest
FlixBus
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Rosa Parks StationNo tags

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Bus Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance281 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Gainesville from Fort Lauderdale, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort Lauderdale - Gainesville, FL

  1. How far is Gainesville from Fort Lauderdale by coach?

    The journey from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville by coach covers an approximate distance of 278 miles (448 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville without flying?

    To travel from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/10
US$51
12/10
US$61
Today
US$48
14/10
US$46
15/10
US$40
16/10
US$40
17/10
US$41
18/10
US$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 15 Oct 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-10-15.

Usually RedCoach 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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