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Today16 Jul
from US$70
Tomorrow17 Jul
from US$42
Fri18 Jul
from US$85
Sat19 Jul
from US$74
Sun20 Jul
Mon21 Jul
Tue22 Jul
Wed23 Jul
from US$45

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Rosa Parks Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: St. Petersburg
    Destination location: Central Ave N
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: St. Petersburg
    Destination location: Central Ave N
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: St. Petersburg
    Destination location: Central Ave N
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Rosa Parks Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: St. Petersburg
    Destination location: Central Ave N
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: St. Petersburg
    Destination location: Central Ave N
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Gainesville to St. Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$70
Average bus trip duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance127 miles
Latest bus departure22:40

Gainesville to St. Petersburg Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Gainesville to St. Petersburg from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, FL - St. Petersburg

  1. What's the distance between Gainesville and St. Petersburg by coach?

    The distance between Gainesville and St. Petersburg by coach is approximately 125 miles (202 km).

  2. How can I get from Gainesville to St. Petersburg without driving?

    The best way to go from Gainesville to St. Petersburg without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/07
US$67
15/07
US$71
Today
US$63
17/07
US$35
18/07
US$77
19/07
US$67
20/07
No data
21/07
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville to St. Petersburg was searched and found on 17 Jul 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-07-17.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gainesville and St. Petersburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gainesville to St. Petersburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gainesville to St. Petersburg.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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