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Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus

The journey from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus is 99.51 km and takes 5 hrs 16 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:40 a.m. and the last at 11:15 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus for as little as $33.44 or as much as $96.50. The best price for this journey is $33.44.

Lowest Price $33.44
Journey Duration 5 hrs 16 mins
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $33.44
Highest Price $96.50
First Departure 6:40 a.m.
Last Departure 11:15 p.m.
Distance 99.51 km
Departure Gainesville, FL
Arrival Jacksonville, FL
Carriers FlixBus, Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL

The cheapest Gainesville, FL - Jacksonville, FL bus tickets can be found for as low as $17.72 if you’re lucky, or $41.17 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $77.53.

Find the best day to travel to Jacksonville, FL by bus

When travelling to Jacksonville, FL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL
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Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
6.97kg
Bus
7.46kg
Flight
19.9kg
Car
15.92kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
A bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL is $51.23. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $33.44.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL is $33.44. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Gainesville, FL and Jacksonville, FL by bus?
Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL is 99.51 km.
How long does the bus between Gainesville, FL and Jacksonville, FL take?
Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL is on average 5 hrs 16 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
The bus journey from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL leave?
The earliest bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL departs at 6:40 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL depart?
The latest bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL departs at 11:15 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $33.44 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Gainesville, FL to go to Jacksonville, FL.
What's the fastest journey time between Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Gainesville, FL and Jacksonville, FL is 2 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Gainesville, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus?
The bus journey from Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL creates 7.46kg of CO2 emissions.

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