Cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Myers
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Bus from Gainesville to Fort Myers: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Gainesville to Fort Myers. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Fort Myers usually takes around 5 hours and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 210 mi (338 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €41.05 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Business |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Gainesville to Fort Myers
- RedCoach Business: 1 daily buses from €41
- RedCoach Economy: 1 daily buses from €71
- Tornado Bus: 1 daily buses from €92
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Fort Myers?
There are 3 bus lines from Gainesville to Fort Myers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 5h 11m | €60.43 |
| RedCoach Economy | 1 | 5h 10m | €71.85 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 6h 17m | €91.66 |
Book RedCoach Business from Gainesville to Fort Myers from €41. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day from Gainesville to Fort Myers and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Fort Myers. In Gainesville, RedCoach Business departs to Fort Myers from 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive . In Fort Myers, RedCoach Business arrives at Ft Myers, FL .
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Gainesville to Fort Myers takes 5 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Fort Myers in 5 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Myers.
Book RedCoach Economy from Gainesville to Fort Myers from €72. Typically there is one RedCoach Economy schedule per day from Gainesville to Fort Myers and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Fort Myers. In Gainesville, RedCoach Economy departs to Fort Myers from 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive . In Fort Myers, RedCoach Economy arrives at Ft Myers, FL .
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Gainesville to Fort Myers takes 5 hours and 10 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Gainesville to Fort Myers
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 210 miles from Gainesville to Fort Myers. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Fort Myers. 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, 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gainesville to Fort Myers. It leaves the station in Gainesville at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville has two bus stations with service to Fort Myers.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
1956 Gale Lemerand Drive
3509 SW Williston Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Fort Myers?
Main arrival station: Ft Myers, FL
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Fort Myers.
All bus stations in Fort Myers:
Ft Myers, FL
7-Eleven
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Fort Myers to Gainesville?
Search Bus TicketsPlan your next adventure
More buses from Gainesville
Continue by bus from Fort Myers
Check out these popular routes
- Bus from New York to Buffalo
€37+
- New York to Ithaca Bus
€41+
- Bus from New York to Syracuse
€43+
- Bus from New York to Allentown
€33+
- Bus from New York to Philadelphia
€17+
- Bus from New York to Providence
€23+
- Bus from Syracuse to New York
€45+
- Bus from Philadelphia to New York
€17+
- Bus from Providence to New York
€32+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.