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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Gainesville

Bus
Average priceUS$91 - US$207Average duration19h 50m
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$319 - US$481Average duration1d 11h
83kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Gainesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
19h 50mAverage duration
US$91Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Gainesville, GA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$111
Average bus trip duration19h 50m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance564 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Gainesville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Gainesville, GA

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Gainesville by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Gainesville by coach is approximately 561 miles (905 km).

  2. How can I travel from Chicago to Gainesville avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$112

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Gainesville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Gainesville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Gainesville will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Gainesville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Gainesville, GA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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