Bus from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Houston to Gainesville on 5 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Houston Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Gray & Smith
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown Gray & Smith
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown Gray & Smith
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags

Get from Houston to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 757, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day
20h 20mAverage duration
1265 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL 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 Houston to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Gainesville start at R 1 757. The average price for this route is around R 3 297. 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 Houston to Gainesville?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to Gainesville is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 1265 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to Gainesville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. 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.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Gainesville?

    A bus trip from Houston to Gainesville produces an estimated 32 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 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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Gainesville?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. 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.

  9. 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 4.4 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
02/01
R 2 737
03/01
R 2 864
Today
R 2 898
05/01
R 2 525
06/01
No data
07/01
No data
08/01
No data
09/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 525

To 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 R 2 525 to R 4 085 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 R 2 525, which is on 2026-01-05.

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