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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from El Monte to Gainesville. Traveling by coach from El Monte to Gainesville usually takes around 58 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 56 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 2107 mi (3390 km) |
| Shortest duration | 56h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £197.76 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from El Monte to Gainesville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from El Monte to Gainesville. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 2d 10h 49m | £278.19 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from El Monte to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 58 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from £198.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 58 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 2107 miles from El Monte to Gainesville. However, the fastest coach only takes 56 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from El Monte to Gainesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in El Monte?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in El Monte.
All coach stations in El Monte:
Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Gainesville?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 101 NE 23rd Ave
Gainesville’s bus terminal at 101 NE 23rd Ave is located a few miles north of downtown Gainesville, in a retail area including dollar stores and several takeout restaurants. Greyhound and Amtrak Thruway intercity buses operate trips from this station to cities like Orlando, Atlanta, and Miami. The station building has an information desk, restrooms, and vending machines for travelers’ convenience.
Coach stations in Gainesville:
Bus Terminal - 101 NE 23rd Ave
Rosa Parks Downtown Station
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