How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Gainesville start at R 2 547. The average price for this route is around R 2 873. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Gainesville?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Gainesville is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 893 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Gainesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Gainesville at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville?

A bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Gainesville?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Gainesville from R 2 547 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Chicago to Gainesville on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	21h 5m	08:05	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	13:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 35m	08:05	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	14:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 5m	08:05	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	21h 20m	20:20	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 50m	20:20	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 547, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

893 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 547 - R 4 016	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 895 - R 9 164	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Gainesville?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Gainesville

A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia
C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 435 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Gainesville, GA by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Gainesville start at R 2 547. The average price for this route is around R 2 873. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Gainesville?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Gainesville is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 893 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Gainesville at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Gainesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.