Bus from Orlando to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Orlando to Gainesville on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Orlando Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationCheapest
RedCoachBus
Orlando RedCoach Station
Gainesville-UFFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Orlando Bus Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Orlando Bus Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
RedCoachBus
Orlando RedCoach Station
Gainesville-UFNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:17 AM EST.

Get from Orlando to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 392, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2h 10mAverage duration
164 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orlando to Gainesville, FL by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Orlando to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Orlando to Gainesville start at R 392. The average price for this route is around R 600. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Orlando to Gainesville?

    The average bus journey time from Orlando to Gainesville is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 164 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 50m and is operated by RedCoach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Orlando to Gainesville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Orlando to Gainesville?

    The earliest bus departs from Orlando to Gainesville at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.

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

    A bus trip from Orlando to Gainesville produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Orlando to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4087 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Orlando to Gainesville?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Orlando 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Orlando to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
13/12
R 519
14/12
R 519
Today
R 519
16/12
R 476
17/12
R 458
18/12
R 450
19/12
R 458
20/12
R 450
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Orlando to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 450

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

You can expect to pay from R 450 to R 1 072 for a bus ticket from Orlando to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 450, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually RedCoach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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