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4:05PM
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12:55AM
Jacksonville - Jacksonville Bus Station
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Gainesville - Rosa Parks Station
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Bus Jacksonville to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Bus Jacksonville to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40
Average bus trip duration8h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:05 AM
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Latest bus departure9:00 PM

Jacksonville to Gainesville Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures8:05AM - 9:00PM
Minimum Price$26
Average Ticket Price$40
Minimum Trip Duration5h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h50m
Distance62 miles (99 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Jacksonville - Gainesville

The best way to travel from Jacksonville to Gainesville is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Jacksonville to Gainesville is about 8h 50m, but you can get there in as little as 5h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 62 miles (100 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 62 miles (100 km).

On average, there are 2 daily departures on this route, offered by Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Jacksonville to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Jacksonville to Gainesville a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 8:05 AM and the last one leaves at 9:00 PM.

If you're headed to Gainesville from Jacksonville, chances are that your bus will depart from W Forsyth St and arrive at Rosa Parks 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.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $29.

The average bus ticket price from Jacksonville to Gainesville is $40. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $29 to $123, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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

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03/17
$68
03/18
$50
Today
$35
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The cheapest trip from Jacksonville to Gainesville was searched and found on Mar 19, 2024 with a price of $35

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Jacksonville to Gainesville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Jacksonville to Gainesville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Jacksonville to Gainesville.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Jacksonville to Gainesville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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