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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Sebring. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Sebring usually takes around 23 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 22 hours and 55.75 minutes.
| Distance | 491 mi (790 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 56m |
| Cheapest price | $245.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Sebring?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville to Sebring. Tornado Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 23h 16m | $245.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 491 miles from Gainesville to Sebring. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours and 55.75 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.
The first bus leaves at 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Sebring, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gainesville to Sebring. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gainesville, GA to Sebring, FL; ticket prices start at $168.00.
City Information
Sebring
Image credit: Frank Merenda
Link to image attributionSebring is a central Florida city located at the end of Lake Wales Ridge, offering a long stretch of freshwater lakes up to 100 miles. Due to the lake, Sebring has many spots for fishing, diving, and relaxing on the beach. In addition, the city is popular for the Sebring International Raceway and home to the 12 Hours of Sebring for sports car and race enthusiasts. Sebring also features different outdoor areas for viewing wildlife, camping, fishing, and diving, like the Highlands Hammock State Park and Lake Jackson. There are also historical exhibits and art locations, like the Military Sea Services Museum, Children's Museum of the Highlands, and SFSC Museum of Florida Art and Culture.
After sundown, Sebring has different spots for nightlife, like pubs, wine bars, watering holes, taverns, and restaurants that you can visit. The city has a vibrant wine scene, with wineries, wine bars, farms, and vineyards. It also has a fast-growing beer scene, with brewing companies, gastropubs, beer gardens, and brewpubs.
Sebring is a highly-accessible city. Amtrak and Amtrak Silver Service provide train service through the city, while Tornado Bus and El Expreso Bus offer bus services.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: Gainesville Atlanta Hwy
Most buses depart from the main station in Gainesville.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Gainesville Atlanta Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in Sebring?
Main arrival station: 299-249 Pomegranate Ave
All buses from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Sebring.
All bus stations in Sebring:
299-249 Pomegranate Ave
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