Based on 11467 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £29
FlixBus Tampa Gainesville recent customer reviews
Bus never showed up and I missed my 630am appointment. Very upset
Customers express satisfaction with the service, mentioning that it is usually good and timely. However, there are a few reviews stating that the bus was very late on one occasion.
RedCoach Tampa Gainesville recent customer reviews
It was a bad experience in the beginning the driver was very mean disrespectful and rude he even shut my arm up in the door and I would never recommend no one else to your company again I would never ride your bus again cuz now my arm is hurt and I am in the ER
1 out of 5 stars
Hope P.
They delayed one hour, then they delayed 2.5 hours, then they cancelled it altogether. I will NEVER schedule a ride with Redcoach
1 out of 5 stars
Tom W.
Bus was fairly clean. Very cold, almost too cold, heard other passengers complaining about temperature.
Based on 87405 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 £32
Greyhound Tampa Gainesville recent customer reviews
Staff and Facility were just fine Driver's were great . The only thing that bothered me was there was no social dissenting, bus was fully booked ? Not enough hand sanitizer at the station other than that it was just fine..
4 out of 5 stars
Gary K.
someone was arrested on my trip
1 out of 5 stars
Diego P.
Not clean. Not communicative about process , I mean bus operators.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tampa 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 Tampa to Gainesville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Gainesville start from £29. The average price for this route is around £41. 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 Tampa to Gainesville?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Gainesville is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 109 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 40m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Gainesville at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Gainesville?
A bus journey from Tampa to Gainesville produces an estimated 4 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 Tampa to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4062 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa 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 Tampa to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, 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.
Best price found
26/11
£49
27/11
£43
Today
£47
29/11
£51
30/11
£60
01/12
£60
02/12
£42
03/12
£36
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £36
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Gainesville, FL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £36 to £97 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually FlixBus 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.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £36
