Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cherry Hill Mall | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:13 PM EST.
Get from Gainesville to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Philadelphia?
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Philadelphia Airport
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start at R 3 310. The average price for this route is around R 5 045. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1318 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Philadelphia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Philadelphia at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 632To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 632 to R 5 196 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 632, which is on 2025-12-27.
