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Morgan City to Gainesville Bus Schedule
Bus from Morgan City to Gainesville: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Morgan City to Gainesville. Traveling by bus from Morgan City to Gainesville usually takes around 24 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 22 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 533 mi (858 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $138.42 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Morgan City to Gainesville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Morgan City to Gainesville. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 0h 33m | $151.37 |
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 Morgan City to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 24 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from $138.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Morgan City to Gainesville
The bus takes an average of 24 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 533 miles from Morgan City to Gainesville. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours and 15 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 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Morgan City to Gainesville, 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 Morgan City?
Main departure station: 728 Myrtle St
Most buses depart from the main station in Morgan City.
All bus stations in Morgan City:
728 Myrtle St
Where does the bus arrive in Gainesville?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 101 NE 23rd Ave
Gainesville’s bus terminal at 101 NE 23rd Ave is located a few miles north of downtown Gainesville, in a retail area including dollar stores and several takeout restaurants. Greyhound and Amtrak Thruway intercity buses operate trips from this station to cities like Orlando, Atlanta, and Miami. The station building has an information desk, restrooms, and vending machines for travelers’ convenience.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Bus Terminal - 101 NE 23rd Ave
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