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Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

There are usually 1 daily train trips from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£49.89
Avg. Price
£74.18
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
8
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
6h 39m
Duration
8h 16m

Coach from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville: Journey Information

There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville. Traveling by coach from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville usually takes around 6 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance278 mi (447 km)
Shortest duration5h 50m
Cheapest price£31.35
Trips per day8
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Coach lines5

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville

(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Ian

12 August 2024- Regular commuter

Greyhound

Pros: Cleaner and more spacious than usual with a kinder/more attentive than usual staff. Cons: Honestly if every trip was like this one it would be no problem; most of them, is the thing.

4.0

Lissette

20 March 2021- Visiting family

RedCoach Economy

Pros: I didn’t have to drive. Cons: Driver should be a bit friendlier with his words I was sitting next to a stranger,thought I would be sitting alone. Tips: Bring a small pillow.

5.0

William

14 February 2020- Solo travel

Greyhound

Pros: The buses were new and more spacious than before. Cons: Nothing that I can think of. Tips: Bring earphones for their mobile devices.

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How much is a coach ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

Bus tickets for a trip from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville cost £34.09 on average. Tickets cheaper than £34.09 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly average prices

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Taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville is usually cheapest in May, when the average ticket price is only £42. If you're planning to take the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville during December, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £53. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 20 days in advance to save £34.04 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville?

There are 5 bus lines from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Greyhound offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US26h 32m£52.01
Greyhound27h 39m£51.78
RedCoach Business26h 46m£61.36
RedCoach Economy26h 0m£47.84

RedCoach First Class

16h 15m£71.07

  • 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 Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 2 bus trips from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from £31.

  • Book RedCoach Business from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville from £39. There are 2 RedCoach Business schedules from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Gainesville. In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Business departs to Gainesville from Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 and no other station. In Gainesville, RedCoach Business arrives at 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive and no other station.

    An average trip on RedCoach Business from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville takes 6 hours and 46 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Gainesville in 5 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Gainesville.

  • Book RedCoach Economy from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville from £32. There are 2 RedCoach Economy schedules from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Gainesville. In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Economy departs to Gainesville from Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 and no other station. In Gainesville, RedCoach Economy arrives at 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive and no other station.

    An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville takes 6 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Gainesville in 5 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Gainesville.

  • Book RedCoach First Class from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville from £48. There are 1 RedCoach First Class schedules from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Gainesville. In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach First Class departs to Gainesville from Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 and no other station. In Gainesville, RedCoach First Class arrives at 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive and no other station.

    An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville takes 6 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Gainesville in 5 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Gainesville.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville

The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 278 miles from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 50 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Gainesville. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 9 scheduled coaches that travel from Fort Lauderdale to Gainesville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Gainesville, FL; ticket prices start at £50.64.

City Information

Fort Lauderdale

Nicknamed the Venice of America, Fort Lauderdale offers vast stretches of white sand beaches at affordable prices, allowing the average traveler to enjoy fun under the sun with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach is the premier destination for beach-goers and nature lovers, and it is noticeably less chaotic than its counterpart at Miami Beach, making it a perfect spot for a quiet and leisurely getaway. Another alternative is the nearby Las Olas Beach, which features clean and refreshing water. Nature lovers can also take an airboat tour to the famous Everglades and get up close to the alligators.

For shopping fans, Sawgrass Mills, a famous shopping outlet with 250 stores, will be a top choice. Don’t forget to take the time for a stroll around the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District and enjoy the setting sun as the day comes to a close.

The Fort Lauderdale Amtrak station is the main train station in the city, offering quick access to other cities in the state of Florida. In the center of town, not too far from the train station, you can find the Greyhound station which is the busiest bus travel hub in Fort Lauderdale. The principal airport in the area is the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport which, as its name suggests, is located right in between the two neighboring cities. However, it's also easy to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Airport for more flight options.

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 Fort Lauderdale?

Main departure station: Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1

Fort Lauderdale has two coach stations with service to Gainesville.

All coach stations in Fort Lauderdale:

  • Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1

  • Broward Blvd Park & Ride - 299 NW 22nd Ave

Where does the coach arrive in Gainesville?

Main arrival station: 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive

Coaches arrive in Gainesville at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Gainesville:

  • 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive

  • Rosa Parks Downtown Station

  • Gainesville Bus Stop

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