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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with a strong permanent collection and historic formal gardens. One of Jacksonville’s best-known cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 4 buses that leave Boca Raton, FL for Jacksonville, FL on Thu, May 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 468 km distance in an average of 10 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $253 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $87 (€70).
A bus is $185 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $253 (€205).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 25m.
Train takes on average 8h 30m.
You'll arrive about -4h -57m sooner (8h 25m by bus vs 4h 28m by car) and save roughly $-5.66 (€-4.57) compared to fuel and tolls ($69 (€55) vs $63 (€51)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:50 AM Boca Raton, FL | 8h10 | 7:00 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Boca Raton, FL | 8h10 | 8:00 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Boca Raton, FL | 14h00 | 12:45 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Boca Raton, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Jacksonville — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jacksonville trip today.
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with a strong permanent collection and historic formal gardens. One of Jacksonville’s best-known cultural attractions.
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Scenic pedestrian route along both sides of the St. Johns River with skyline views, bridges, and easy access to downtown sights. One of the city’s best walks.
Historic neighborhood district known for walkable streets, boutiques, parks, and preserved architecture. Very popular with locals for casual exploring and photos.
The city’s best-known beach area with a broad sandy shoreline, fishing pier area, and active promenade atmosphere. Strong social media appeal, especially at sunrise.
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A well-known local-born breakfast and brunch spot famous for Southern biscuit sandwiches, gravy, and a relaxed neighborhood feel.
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Generally moderate for U.S. city travel. Meals and transport are reasonable, while beachfront stays cost more.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis and rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 2-5 for bags; USD 2-5 nightly for housekeeping.
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