How far is Daytona Beach from Gainesville by coach?

The distance between Gainesville and Daytona Beach by coach is approximately 84 miles (136 km).

Is there a way to reach Daytona Beach from Gainesville without a car?

You can travel to Daytona Beach from Gainesville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Gainesville to Daytona Beach from £45 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Gainesville to Daytona Beach on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40	Rosa Parks Station	5h 5m	16:45	Daytona Beach	No tags
	Bus	12:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	5h 45m	18:15	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	5h 15m	18:45	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:05	Rosa Parks Station	8h 50m	05:55	Daytona Beach	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	22:20	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 35m	05:55	Daytona Beach	No tags

Get from Gainesville to Daytona Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

84 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Daytona Beach?

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Stops in Daytona Beach

A
Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station
138 S Ridgewood Ave, Daytona, FL 32114
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,414 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,392 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87392 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £48

Greyhound Gainesville Daytona Beach recent customer reviews

Very slow. Was delayed an extra hour and a half. Stay was unfriendly

Shuvethan S.

30 September 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gainesville, FL to Daytona Beach

How far is Daytona Beach from Gainesville by coach?
The distance between Gainesville and Daytona Beach by coach is approximately 84 miles (136 km).
Is there a way to reach Daytona Beach from Gainesville without a car?
You can travel to Daytona Beach from Gainesville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/11

£79

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24/11

£72

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Daytona Beach was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £72

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

You can expect to pay from £72 to £126 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Daytona Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £72, which is on 2025-11-24.