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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with a strong permanent collection and historic riverfront gardens.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 5 buses that leave West Palm Beach, FL for Jacksonville, FL on Thu, Jul 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 432 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 10 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.

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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $302.
Distance: 268 miles (432 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $635 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 46m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $85 (€70).
A bus is $571 (€470) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $635 (€522).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
Flight takes on average 12h 46m.
You'll arrive about -4h -8m sooner (7h 4m by bus vs 3h 56m by car) and save roughly $-8.06 (€-6.63) compared to fuel and tolls ($64 (€53) vs $56 (€46)). 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 FlixBus, 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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM West Palm Beach | 8h10 | 8:50 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 AM West Palm Beach | 7h15 | 3:00 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM West Palm Beach | 7h10 | 5:10 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 0 transfersDirect | |
· + FlixBus | 9:45 PM West Palm Beach | 10h00 | 7:45 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 2 transfers | |
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Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 268 miles (432 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 268 miles (432 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Palm Beach, 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.

Most West Palm Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL buses use the West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St to Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St station pair. Use this guide to compare West Palm Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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