Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Gainesville on 26 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Rosa Parks StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Rosa Parks StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags

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Get from Philadelphia to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
1d 7hAverage duration
1316 kmDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Gainesville start at R 3 122. The average price for this route is around R 3 831. 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Gainesville is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Gainesville at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Gainesville produces an estimated 33 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

    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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Gainesville?

    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.

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25/12
R 3 504
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R 3 922
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 504

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