Find coaches from Gainesville, GA to Tampa

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Next departures from Gainesville to Tampa on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Tampa Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
University of South FloridaNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$61 - US$126Average duration14h 10m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$452 - US$520Average duration1d 12h
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
14h 10mAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville, GA to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$83
Average bus trip duration14h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure22:20
Distance444 miles

Gainesville to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, GA - Tampa

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

    The distance between Gainesville and Tampa by coach is approximately 446 miles (719 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to Tampa, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Gainesville to Tampa 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 Gainesville to Tampa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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