Bus from Chicago to Gainesville, GA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Gainesville on April 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Gainesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
564 milesDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$92 - $264Average Duration1d 7h
23kg CO₂e
Average Price$259 - $436Average Duration1d 11h
83kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Gainesville, GA by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Gainesville start from $92. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Gainesville?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Gainesville is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 564 miles (909 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Gainesville at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville generates an estimated 22.712725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

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$200
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$141
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $141

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

You can expect to pay from $141 to $201 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2026-04-04.

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

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