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Pros: To have a little bit rest. Cons: Mental health. Tips: Travel and see.
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Tallahassee - Gainesville Coach Timetable
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12:10 PM
3:15 PM
Journey Information
There are 13 intercity coaches per day from Tallahassee to Gainesville. Traveling by coach from Tallahassee to Gainesville usually takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Business coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (208 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 20m |
| Cheapest price | SEK 272.80 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Business |
| Coach lines | 5 |
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Overall score for coaches from Tallahassee to Gainesville
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How much is a coach ticket from Tallahassee to Gainesville?
SEK 360.13 is the average price of a bus ticket from Tallahassee to Gainesville. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Tallahassee to Gainesville is expected to range from SEK 349 to SEK 480. If you are looking to travel to Gainesville within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from SEK 393. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are SEK 349 and can be found on 26 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
Bus tickets from Tallahassee to Gainesville are at their cheapest average price in January. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around SEK 382. On the other hand, traveling on this route during March might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for March trips cost SEK 480, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.
What coach companies travel from Tallahassee to Gainesville?
There are 5 bus lines from Tallahassee to Gainesville available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, RedCoach Business usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 2h 35m | SEK 396.59 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 3h 5m | SEK 413.73 |
| RedCoach Business | 6 | 2h 37m | SEK 481.52 |
| RedCoach Economy | 3 | 2h 33m | SEK 423.33 |
| RedCoach First Class | 2 | 2h 41m | SEK 572.89 |
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 Tallahassee 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 1 bus trips from Tallahassee to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from SEK 327.
- 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 Tallahassee to Gainesville, Red Coach’s schedule offers 6 bus trips every day with prices starting from SEK 273.
- 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 Tallahassee to Gainesville, Red Coach’s schedule offers 3 bus trips every day with prices starting from SEK 349.
- 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 Tallahassee to Gainesville, Red Coach’s schedule offers 2 bus trips every day with prices starting from SEK 469.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 129 miles from Tallahassee to Gainesville. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Tallahassee to Gainesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled coaches that travel from Tallahassee to Gainesville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Tallahassee to Gainesville without transferring.
City Information
Tallahassee
State capital since 1824, Tallahassee abounds in southern charm despite its northern location within Florida. Much of this sense of open friendliness has been created by careful town planning that sees wide boulevards and public spaces dotted with shade- and color-providing trees.
A student population of more than 70,000 makes Tallahassee one of northern Florida's most inclusive and exciting cities to visit.
A plethora of nationally-important collections includes the Museum of Florida History and the Tallahassee Automobile Museum. At the same time, Railroad Square Art District is an area brimming with small independent stores and working artists' studios.
Head just a short distance south and you're soon in the wilds of the 1,000-square-mile Apalachicola National Forest and the pristine coastline of Apalachee Bay.
As the largest city in the Florida Big Bend and Panhandle regions, Tallahassee boasts many public transportation options. Popular bus routes include from and to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami.
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 Tallahassee?
Main departure station: 1021 St Augustine St
Coaches to Gainesville leave from 4 stations in Tallahassee.
All coach stations in Tallahassee:
1021 St Augustine St
329 Marriott Dr
112 W Tennessee St
FSU - W Tennessee St
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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