Bus from Gainesville, FL to Ocala: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Ocala on January 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Ocala Bus StopCheapest
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
Ocala, FLFastest
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Ocala Bus StopNo tags
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
Ocala, FLNo tags
RedCoachBus
Gainesville-UF
Ocala, FLNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:57 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Ocala

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
45mAverage Duration
45 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Ocala 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 Gainesville to Ocala?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Ocala start from $13. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Gainesville to Ocala?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Ocala is 45m, covering a distance of 45 miles (72 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Ocala at 8:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Ocala generates an estimated 2 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 Gainesville to Ocala?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4123 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Ocala?

    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 Gainesville to Ocala?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/06
$6
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01/08
$6
01/09
$6
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Ocala was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $60 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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