How much is the bus ticket from Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Daytona Beach to Gainesville start from $45. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

The average bus trip duration from Daytona Beach to Gainesville is 5h, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Daytona Beach to Gainesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from Daytona Beach to Gainesville at 7:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

A bus trip from Daytona Beach to Gainesville generates an estimated 3 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 Daytona Beach 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 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Daytona Beach to Gainesville from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Daytona Beach to Gainesville on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:25pm	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	6h 40m	1:05am	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05pm	Daytona Beach	5h	1:05am	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest

Next departures for Daytona Beach to Gainesville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:55am	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	4h 40m	2:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10am	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	5h 45m	4:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	6:25pm	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	6h 40m	1:05am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:55pm	Daytona Beach	7h 55m	7:50am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	7:20am	Daytona Beach	4h 40m	12:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Next departures for Daytona Beach to Gainesville on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10am	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	5h 45m	4:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:10pm	Daytona Beach	3h 45m	4:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:55am	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	4h 40m	2:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35am	New Smyrna Beach (Tropical Gas Station)	5h 20m	4:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	6:25pm	Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station	6h 40m	1:05am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:21 AM EST.

Get from Daytona Beach to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5hAverage Duration

80 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Daytona Beach and Gainesville?

Stops in Daytona Beach

A
Daytona Beach Ridgewood Bus Station
138 S Ridgewood Ave, Daytona, FL 32114
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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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Daytona Beach to Gainesville start from $45. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from Daytona Beach to Gainesville is 5h, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Daytona Beach to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Daytona Beach to Gainesville at 7:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Daytona Beach to Gainesville generates an estimated 3 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 Daytona Beach 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 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Daytona Beach to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller 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

11/27

$55

11/28

$62

Today

$76

11/30

No data

12/01

No data

12/02

$58

12/03

$38

12/04

$42

The cheapest trip from Daytona Beach to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $111 for a bus ticket from Daytona Beach to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-03.