How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach start from $50. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?

The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 261 miles (420 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 3:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach generates an estimated 10 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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87522 reviews.

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

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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?

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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?

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.

Bus Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach on February 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:25am	Gainesville Bus Stop	16h 10m	3:35pm	Shell	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	17h 55m	3:35pm	Shell	No tags
	Bus	8:55am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 40m	3:35pm	Shell	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Gainesville Bus Stop	8h	3:35pm	Shell	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Gainesville Bus Stop	8h	3:35pm	Shell	No tags

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Get from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

261 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound

3.5/587,523 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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,222 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Fort Walton Beach 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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach start from $50. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 261 miles (420 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 3:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach generates an estimated 10 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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
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 Gainesville to Fort Walton Beach?
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.