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There are 13 intercity buses per day from Atlanta to Gainesville. Traveling by bus from Atlanta to Gainesville usually takes around 6 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Business bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 308 mi (496 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 25m |
| Cheapest price | €37.07 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 4 |
Average score for buses from Atlanta to Gainesville
(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Peaceful rainy day slept the ride away. Cons: No complaints. Tips: Having a throw blanket or jacket.
5.0
Pros: La comodidad y puntualidad. Cons: La temperatura dentro del bus muy frío. Tips: Viajen en redcoach.
5.0
Pros: Seeing my kids and sister. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Get red coach amazing bus peaceful.
Bus tickets for a trip from Atlanta to Gainesville cost €40.89 on average. Tickets cheaper than €40.89 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.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Atlanta to Gainesville in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €40 to €52. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 2, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Gainesville this week, bus tickets are available starting at €40.
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 28 days in advance to save €17.55 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There are 4 bus lines from Atlanta to Gainesville available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 9 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 | 9 | 6h 34m | €46.78 |
| Greyhound | 2 | 6h 11m | €49.43 |
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 5h 25m | €55.93 |
| RedCoach First Class | 2 | 5h 25m | €47.01 |
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 9 trips per day from Atlanta to Gainesville, 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 2 bus trips from Atlanta to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from €37.
Book RedCoach Business from Atlanta to Gainesville from €51. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day from Atlanta to Gainesville and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Gainesville. In Atlanta, RedCoach Business departs to Gainesville from MARTA Civic Center . In Gainesville, RedCoach Business arrives at 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive .
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Atlanta to Gainesville takes 5 hours and 25 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 Gainesville.
Book RedCoach First Class from Atlanta to Gainesville from €42. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach First Class from Atlanta to Gainesville and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Gainesville. In Atlanta, RedCoach First Class departs to Gainesville from MARTA Civic Center . In Gainesville, RedCoach First Class arrives at 1956 Gale Lemerand Drive .
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Atlanta to Gainesville takes 5 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Gainesville.
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 308 miles from Atlanta to Gainesville. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 25 minutes. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Atlanta to Gainesville for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Atlanta to Gainesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled buses that travel from Atlanta to Gainesville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Atlanta to Gainesville without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Atlanta, GA to Gainesville, FL; ticket prices start at €164.12.
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
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.
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Link to image attributionBuilt in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.
Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
MARTA Civic Center
Buses arrive in Gainesville at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
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