Bus from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to West Palm Beach on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Tri-Rail & GreyhoundCheapest
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
West Palm Beach, FLFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Tri-Rail & GreyhoundNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Tri-Rail & GreyhoundNo tags
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Tri-Rail & GreyhoundNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:39 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to West Palm Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 691, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
6h 55mAverage duration
395 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to West Palm Beach start at R 691. The average price for this route is around R 1 299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to West Palm Beach is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h and is operated by RedCoach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to West Palm Beach route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to West Palm Beach at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    A bus trip from Gainesville to West Palm Beach produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to West Palm Beach?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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
13/12
R 963
14/12
R 877
Today
R 843
16/12
R 688
17/12
R 1 058
18/12
R 791
19/12
R 774
20/12
R 774
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 688

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 West Palm Beach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 688 to R 4 266 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 688, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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