The cheapest and fastest buses from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 buses that leave Jacksonville, FL for Panama City, FL on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 385 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
8:00 AM7h00Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St2:00 PMPanama City Beach, Back Beach Rd (Shell Gas Station), FL$531One-way0 transfers
· 4:15 PM6h20Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St9:35 PMPanama City Beach, Back Beach Rd (Shell Gas Station), FL$781One-way1 transfer
· 4:15 PM6h20Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St9:35 PMPanama City Beach, Back Beach Rd (Shell Gas Station), FL$781One-way1 transfer
8:00 AM7h00Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St2:00 PMPanama City Beach, Back Beach Rd (Shell Gas Station), FL$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 239 miles (385 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 7h00 | 2:00 PM Panama City Beach, Back Beach Rd (Shell Gas Station), FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL
Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 16:15. The fastest bus covers the 239 miles (385 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 239 miles (385 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 4:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL to Panama City, 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 Panama City, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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