The cheapest and fastest buses from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Gainesville, FL for Jacksonville, FL on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
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Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 5:20 PM Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station | 2h55 | 8:15 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Gainesville, Rosa Parks Transfer station | 1h30 | 10:10 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Buses from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 07:05 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FLYou can travel by bus between Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL with FlixBus for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- 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.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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