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Gainesville to Valdosta Bus Schedule
Bus from Gainesville to Valdosta: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Valdosta. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Valdosta usually takes around 2 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (160 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 249.78 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 4 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Valdosta?
There are 4 bus lines from Gainesville to Valdosta available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 1h 54m | NOK 310.59 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 2h 50m | NOK 291.71 |
| RedCoach Economy | 2 | 4h 18m | NOK 607.40 |
RedCoach First Class | 1 | 1h 40m | NOK 479.65 |
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 3 trips per day from Gainesville to Valdosta, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Gainesville to Valdosta every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Valdosta usually start from NOK 250.
Book RedCoach Economy from Gainesville to Valdosta from NOK 357. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach Economy from Gainesville to Valdosta and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Valdosta. In Gainesville, RedCoach Economy departs to Valdosta from 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive . In Valdosta, RedCoach Economy arrives at Valdosta - QuikTrip, GA .
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Gainesville to Valdosta takes 4 hours and 18 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Valdosta in 1 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Valdosta.
Book RedCoach First Class from Gainesville to Valdosta from NOK 428. Typically there is one RedCoach First Class schedule per day from Gainesville to Valdosta and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Valdosta. In Gainesville, RedCoach First Class departs to Valdosta from 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive . In Valdosta, RedCoach First Class arrives at Valdosta - QuikTrip, GA .
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Gainesville to Valdosta takes 1 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Valdosta.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Gainesville to Valdosta
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 100 miles from Gainesville to Valdosta. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Valdosta. 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Valdosta, 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 bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: Rosa Parks Downtown Station
Buses to Valdosta leave from 3 stations in Gainesville.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Rosa Parks Downtown Station
1956 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Valdosta?
Main arrival station: Citgo
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Valdosta.
All bus stations in Valdosta:
Citgo
Valdosta - QuikTrip, GA
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