What is the distance between Gainesville and Baton Rouge?

About 531 miles (856 km) separate Gainesville and Baton Rouge.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Baton Rouge?

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

Bus Gainesville to Baton Rouge from $200 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Baton Rouge on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1d 2h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	14h 25m	5:25am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	18h 15m	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Get from Gainesville to Baton Rouge

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

18h 15mAverage Duration

529 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Baton Rouge?

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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Stops in Baton Rouge

A
Greyhound Station
1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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B
LSU Chevron Station
2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
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C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States
D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA

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Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $190 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Greyhound

3.5/587,391 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,413 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Baton Rouge by bus

What is the distance between Gainesville and Baton Rouge?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Baton Rouge?