Bus from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Gainesville to Durham on December 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 8 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 59mAverage Duration
486 kmDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$123 - $303Average Duration7h 15m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$112 - $259Average Duration8h 59m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Durham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Durham start from $123. The average price for this route is around $288. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Durham?

    The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Durham is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 485 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 19m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Durham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Durham?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Durham at 9:59am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Durham?

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Durham generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Durham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Durham?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Gainesville to Durham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Durham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-23
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12-24
$141
Today
$113
12-26
$142
12-27
$138
12-28
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12-29
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12-30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $113

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $113 to $274 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2025-12-27.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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