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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Matamoros. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Matamoros usually takes around 26 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 25 hours and 10.2 minutes.
| Distance | 1308 mi (2105 km) |
| Shortest duration | 25h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $185.00 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Matamoros?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gainesville to Matamoros that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, El Expreso Bus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 2 | 1d 1h 36m | $185.00 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 1d 3h 21m | $185.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 26 hours to cover the 1308 miles from Gainesville to Matamoros. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 hours and 10.2 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Matamoros, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: 1408 Atlanta Hwy
Gainesville has two bus stations with service to Matamoros.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
1408 Atlanta Hwy
425 Atlanta Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in Matamoros?
Main arrival station: Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
All buses from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Matamoros.
All bus stations in Matamoros:
Central de Autobuses Lucio Blanco
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