Bus Ocala to Gainesville: Trip Overview
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RedCoach is a US-based bus company that has become popular for offering comfortable, affordable rides in Florida and Texas, with fewer stops between destinations. They have three different bus classes: first-class, executive and economy, each one of them offering different amenities and conveniences. First-class and executive buses have fewer seats, which are extra wide, recline up to 140 degrees, and there's extra legroom, offering extra pleasant rides. In all classes, you can find high-quality services, seats designed to provide extra comfort, free Wi-FI, power outlets and bathrooms. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your tickets up to three hours before the travel date for free.
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.
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.
Greyhound Ocala Gainesville recent customer reviews
Trip out was fine. Bus was on time and arrived in time. Return was a pure nightmare. Bus left 3 and a half hours late. Guy at the station gave no feedback. Horrible. Then bus had to stop to call the police for an altercation between passengers
Arrived early. Left late.
Ocala to Gainesville Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 8 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 6:10AM - 11:59PM |
Minimum Price | $10 |
Average Ticket Price | $20 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 40m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 50m |
Distance | 30 miles (47 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Red Coach, FlixBus, Greyhound |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Ocala and Gainesville?
2020 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473, USA
Ocala, FL4032 W Highway 326, Ocala, FL 34470
Pilot 4243600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, USA
Ocala Hotels4277 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
My Ranchito101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Greyhound Station700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Rosa Parks Station3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
Williston Rd & I-75Frequently asked questions for your trip Ocala - Gainesville
The bus is the best choice to get to Gainesville without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.
The average travel time from Ocala to Gainesville is about 50m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 34 miles (55 km) that separate the two cities.
About 34 miles (55 km) separate Ocala and Gainesville.
You can choose from 8 travel times and travel with Red Coach, FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from Ocala to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Ocala to Gainesville by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 6:10 AM and ending at 11:59 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Ocala to Gainesville leave from Ocala, FL and arrive at Rosa Parks Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $17 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Gainesville from Ocala.
The average price of a one-way ticket from Ocala to Gainesville is $20. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $17 to $78, so it's good to do your research before booking.
Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Ocala to Gainesville! The total travel time for the round-trip is about 1h 20m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Gainesville before returning to Ocala in the evening.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ocala to Gainesville, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Ocala and Gainesville!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Ocala to Gainesville.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Ocala to Gainesville will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ocala to Gainesville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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