Based on 11543 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 R 628
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 87417 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 R 714
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 from Tampa 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Gainesville start at R 628. The average price for this route is around R 931. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tampa to Gainesville?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Gainesville is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 196 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Tampa to Gainesville produces an estimated 5 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 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 4073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Gainesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
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
04/12
R 1 032
05/12
R 1 067
Today
R 998
07/12
R 1 102
08/12
R 911
09/12
R 833
10/12
R 824
11/12
R 824
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 824
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 R 824 to R 1 128 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 R 824, which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually RedCoach 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 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 824
