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Gainesville - Hampton Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Hampton. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Hampton usually takes around 25 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance615 mi (990 km)
Shortest duration19h 25m
Cheapest price$177.30
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
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What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Hampton?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville to Hampton. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US21d 1h 17m$303.47
  • 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 2 trips per day from Gainesville to Hampton, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 25 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 990 kilometers from Gainesville to Hampton. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Hampton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gainesville to Hampton. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the 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.

Hampton

Hampton, VA, US - HVA-0

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Hampton has a vibrant arts community and cultural attractions, like the Virginia Air and Space Center, the American Theatre, the Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Hampton History Museum. You can also easily visit Virginia Beach from Hampton, and the city offers cruises and harbor tours. Take amazing views at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and explore the Sandy Bottom Nature Park with your family. Try your hand at Atlantic fishing with the different charter fishing services, and play golf at the Woodlands Golf Course while in Hampton, VA.

Hampton is bustling with fun things to do for people of all ages and offers a thriving beer scene with popular names like St. George Brewing Company. Every year, Hampton organizes The Festival, which reenacts the 18th century Hampton when pirates overran it. If you can't wait till The Festival, the downtown Hampton area is located at the waterfront, with restaurants, art galleries, pubs, marinas, and a waterfront park.

You can easily travel to Hampton by bus. Greyhound offers the most routes, but you can also find liens from Wanda Coach. Hampton Roads Transit provides bus, ridesharing, light rail, paratransit, and ferry within the city.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?

Main departure station: Rosa Parks Downtown Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Gainesville.

All bus stations in Gainesville:

  • Rosa Parks Downtown Station

Where does the bus arrive in Hampton?

Main arrival station: Hampton Bus Station

All buses from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Hampton.

Bus stations in Hampton:

  • Hampton Bus Station

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