Bus from Gainesville, TX to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to San Antonio on January 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Gainesville (Chevron)
San Antonio Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Chevron)
San Antonio Bus StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:08 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
8h 10mAverage Duration
486 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$74 - $224Average Duration8h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$49 - $438Average Duration11h 43m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, TX to San Antonio, 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 San Antonio?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to San Antonio start from $74. The average price for this route is around $92. 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 San Antonio?

    The average bus travel time from Gainesville to San Antonio is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 486 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to San Antonio route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to San Antonio at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-07
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01-08
$143
Today
$127
01-10
$96
01-11
$99
01-12
$97
01-13
No data
01-14
$86
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $143 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, TX to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2026-01-14.

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