Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Gainesville on July 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:20pm	100 E Rich St	1d 11h	5:15am	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:50pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 3h	3:40am	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest

Next departures for Columbus to Gainesville on July 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:20pm	100 E Rich St	1d 11h	5:15am	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	100 E Rich St	19h 30m	5:15am	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	100 E Rich St	1d 13h	1:15pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	5:20am	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 7h	1:15pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	100 E Rich St	1d 7h	6:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50am	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 2h	3:40am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:20am	Columbus (E Mound St)	23h 55m	5:15am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	1d 3h	6:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:06 AM EDT.

Get from Columbus to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 359, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

711 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Gainesville?

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609

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FlixBus

3.5/512,973 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Greyhound

3.5/587,579 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Gainesville, FL by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Gainesville start from PLN 359. The average price for this route is around PLN 399. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Gainesville is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 711 miles (1147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Gainesville at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Columbus to Gainesville generates an estimated 28.65175 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12947 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus 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 has the most timely service from Columbus to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

07/05

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07/06

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07/08

PLN 882

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07/10

PLN 347

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07/12

PLN 331

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Jul 12, 2026 with a price of PLN 331

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 331 to PLN 882 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 331 which is on 2026-07-12.