The cheapest and fastest buses from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 12 buses that leave Gainesville, FL for West Palm Beach, FL on Fri, Apr 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 m 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.
1:30 PM8h05Gainesville, NW 23rd St (North Walmart Supercenter), FL9:35 PMWest Palm Beach$501One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:05 PM5h35Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station5:40 PMWest Palm Beach$501One-way0 transfers
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6:05 PM8h05Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station2:10 AMWest Palm Beach$851One-way1 transfer
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2:30 PM7h05Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station9:35 PMWest Palm Beach$851One-way1 transfer
12:30 PM5h25Gainesville, Gale Lemerand Dr (Commuter Lot Parking Garage), FL5:55 PMWest Palm Beach, Service Plaza, FL$871One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM5h00Gainesville, Gale Lemerand Dr (Commuter Lot Parking Garage), FL2:30 AMWest Palm Beach, Service Plaza, FL$1061One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM5h05Gainesville, Gale Lemerand Dr (Commuter Lot Parking Garage), FL8:50 PMWest Palm Beach, Service Plaza, FL$1851One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM5h25Gainesville, Gale Lemerand Dr (Commuter Lot Parking Garage), FL5:55 PMWest Palm Beach, Service Plaza, FL$871One-way0 transfers
11:10 AM5h25Gainesville, Gale Lemerand Dr (Commuter Lot Parking Garage), FL4:35 PMWest Palm Beach, Service Plaza, FL$961One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:05 PM5h35Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station5:40 PMWest Palm Beach$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $336.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$55 Average price Cheapest | $788 Average price |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 59m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:31PM | Duration 7h41 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Live departures
Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 PM Gainesville, FL | 8h05 | 2:35 AM West Palm Beach, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Pinkbus to find the best option for your trip from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Pinkbus to find the best option for your trip from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL
Buses from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Pinkbus from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FLYou can travel by bus between Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound, Pinkbus for as low as $38 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to West Palm Beach, FL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at West Palm Beach, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Pinkbus
- If you need assistance, contact RedCoach 48 hours before your trip for help with boarding and luggage.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Pinkbus
- RedCoach tickets are refundable up to 2 hours before the scheduled departure time, with a service fee up to 50% of the ticket price.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Pinkbus
- You may carry up to 2 pieces of checked baggage and one free personal backpack.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Pinkbus
- Additional luggage can be added to your booking.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Pinkbus
- Only ADA service animals are permitted onboard.
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