Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Rosa Parks Station | No tags |
Get from Houston to Gainesville
The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Gainesville?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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 by bus from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Gainesville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Houston to Gainesville start from £88. The average price for this route is around £142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Gainesville?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Gainesville is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 777 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Gainesville at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Gainesville?
A bus journey from Houston to Gainesville produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston 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 Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £85 to £143 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £85, which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
