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Bus Columbia to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Bus Columbia to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$97
Average bus trip duration17h 10m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:25 AM
Latest bus departure3:40 PM

Columbia to Gainesville Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Columbia to Gainesville.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Columbia to Gainesville from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Gainesville from Columbia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Columbia - Gainesville

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Columbia to Gainesville takes around 17h 10m, but you can get there in as little as 14h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 310 miles (500 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 310 miles (500 km).

If you're headed to Gainesville from Columbia, chances are that your bus will depart from Columbia Bus Station and arrive at Rosa Parks Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The average bus ticket price from Columbia to Gainesville is $97. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $75 and $156, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Columbia to Gainesville but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Columbia to Gainesville, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Columbia to Gainesville.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Columbia to Gainesville.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Columbia to Gainesville?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time17h 10mAvg Price$97Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time7h 1mAvg Price$101Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Columbia and Gainesville is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $97 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $75. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gainesville, choose the bus, as it will take you from Columbia to Gainesville in about 7h 1m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Columbia by bus?

Bus from Gainesville to Columbia

You can also go to Gainesville by train

Train from Columbia to Gainesville

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