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Pros: lots of leg room on the bus. Cons: nothing to wash your hands with on the bus.
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie usually takes around 4 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 203 mi (327 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $64.74 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Economy |
| Bus lines | 4 |
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What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie?
There are 4 bus lines from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 5h 44m | $158.20 |
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 4h 26m | $85.91 |
| RedCoach Economy | 1 | 4h 23m | $86.51 |
| RedCoach First Class | 1 | 4h 15m | $104.41 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
- Red Coach is an American bus company headquartered in Orlando, FL and one of the most prominent ground travel providers in the United States. Red Coach buses are some of the best in the industry, featuring large reclining seats, extra legroom, flat screen TVs, as well as free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. Red Coach Business service features 18 inch wide seats, foot rests and 2 checked bags. For journeys from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie, Red Coach’s schedule offers 1 bus trips every day with prices starting from $79.
- Red Coach is an American bus company headquartered in Orlando, FL and one of the most prominent ground travel providers in the United States. Red Coach buses are some of the best in the industry, featuring large reclining seats, extra legroom, flat screen TVs, as well as free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. For journeys from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie, Red Coach’s schedule offers 1 bus trips every day with prices starting from $65.
- Red Coach is an American bus company headquartered in Orlando, FL and one of the most prominent ground travel providers in the United States. Red Coach buses are some of the best in the industry, featuring large reclining seats, extra legroom, flat screen TVs, as well as free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. Red Coach First Class is one of the most luxurious way to travel featuring 21 inch wide seats that recline up to 140 degrees, footrests and 2 included checked bags. For journeys from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie, Red Coach’s schedule offers 1 bus trips every day with prices starting from $77.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 327 kilometers from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 15 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Port Saint Lucie. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Port Saint Lucie, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Gainesville to Port Saint Lucie every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
City Information
Gainesville
Blessed with amazing natural landmarks and a vibrant cultural life, Gainesville offers a whole new Florida experience that is far from the decadence often associated with the state. If you wish to explore creative works made by local artists, head over to the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, which features great exhibitions that dive into the life of many inventors and entrepreneurs. Another great museum to visit is the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art. For those who want to marvel at the city’s natural landmarks, go for a hiking trip along the trails of Alfred A. Ring Park, or the Barr Hammock Preserve.
Gainesville’s local favorite is the 4 Rivers Smokehouse, which offers delicious briskets. For some of the freshest local dishes, head over to Alpin Bistro.
The main bus station in Gainesville is the Greyhound Bus Terminal located on NE 23rd Ave, which welcomes buses from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Houston and beyond. There is no rail service to Gainesville. However, the city is part of Amtrak’s network via the carrier’s Thruway bus service, which operates out of the same station. The main airport is the Gainesville Regional Airport, which lies in the northeast part of the city.
Port Saint Lucie
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Map out a Florida vacation and it will most probably lead you to Port Saint Lucie. Situated on the Atlantic Ocean coastline of southern Florida, the city includes long ribbons of pristine sand beaches that are an ideal escape from it all.
Head inland, and you'll find a heart ringed by stunning waterways and roughly 20,000 acres of a nature reserve that are just waiting to be discovered. There are various opportunities to try your luck on a fishing adventure, strike out with a rucksack on a day's hike, or ride horses at full gallop in the shallows. Should you prefer, there's also ample opportunity to take to the saddle of a mountain bike to raise the heart rate or enjoy a sedate round of golf at PGA-level facilities.
Neatly positioned between Miami to the south and Orlando to the north, Port Saint Lucie makes for a great way to break up a journey. Buses make frequent arrivals at Port Saint Lucie Service Plaza at Florida Turnpike Mile 144, just two miles from the city center, as well as at 2031 SW Gatlin Blvd and La Bonita.
The ride to Orlando or Miami will take around 3.5 hours, while if you choose, it's possible to head as far afield as Philadelphia, too.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville has two bus stations with service to Port Saint Lucie.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
1956 Gale Lemerand Drive
Rosa Parks Downtown Station
Where does the bus arrive in Port Saint Lucie?
Main arrival station: Port Saint Lucie Service Plaza - Florida Turnpike Mile 144
Buses arrive in Port Saint Lucie at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Port Saint Lucie:
Port Saint Lucie Service Plaza - Florida Turnpike Mile 144
2031 SW Gatlin Blvd
Prt St Lucie (Park & Ride)
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