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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Jackson. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Jackson usually takes around 15 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 297 mi (478 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $73.59 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Jackson?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville to Jackson. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 15h 3m | $90.14 |
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 3 bus trips from Gainesville to Jackson every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Jackson usually start from $74.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 297 miles from Gainesville to Jackson. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 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 Gainesville to Jackson 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Jackson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: Mart 24/7
Most buses depart from the main station in Gainesville.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Mart 24/7
Where does the bus arrive in Jackson?
Main arrival station: 1400 Hwy 70 E
All buses from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Jackson.
All bus stations in Jackson:
1400 Hwy 70 E
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