How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville start from $106. The average price for this route is around $149. 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Gainesville is 18h 20m, covering a distance of 465 miles (750 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Gainesville route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Gainesville at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?

A bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?

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 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Gainesville?

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 New Orleans 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller 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 New Orleans to Gainesville from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Gainesville on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	2:25pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Gainesville on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	2:25pm	Rosa Parks Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:40am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Gainesville on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h	12:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	2:25pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Gainesville on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	2:25pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:40am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Gainesville on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	2:25pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:40am	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	12:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

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Get from New Orleans to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

18h 20mAverage Duration

465 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Gainesville?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,466 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

3.5/511,833 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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.

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville start from $106. The average price for this route is around $149. 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Gainesville is 18h 20m, covering a distance of 465 miles (750 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Gainesville at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Gainesville?
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 New Orleans 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.