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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gainesville, (GA - BBWireless) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Gainesville, (GA - BBWireless) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Gainesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $210, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Gainesville?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Gainesville
- A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501 - B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia - C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Gainesville, GA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Gainesville start from $210. The average price for this route is around $290. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Gainesville is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1170 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 29m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Gainesville at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Houston to Gainesville generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $286To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Gainesville, GA, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Gainesville, GA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
