Bus from Detroit, MI to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Gainesville on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Amtrak Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags

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Get from Detroit to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
876 milesDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Gainesville start from $158. The average price for this route is around $203. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Gainesville?

    The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Gainesville is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 876 miles (1412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Gainesville?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Gainesville at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Detroit to Gainesville generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Detroit to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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