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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Nashville to Gainesville. Traveling by bus from Nashville to Gainesville usually takes around 8 hours and 46 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 211 mi (339 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $35.98 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Nashville to Gainesville?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Nashville to Gainesville that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 6h 40m | $68.78 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 8h 47m | $48.98 |
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 1 trips per day from Nashville 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 1 bus trips from Nashville to Gainesville every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 47 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gainesville usually start from $33.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 46 minutes to cover the 211 miles from Nashville to Gainesville. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 40 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.
Because many passengers travel from Nashville to Gainesville at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Gainesville, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Nashville to Gainesville. It leaves the station in Nashville at 10:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Nashville to Gainesville. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Nashville, TN to Gainesville, GA; ticket prices start at $102.00.
City Information
Nashville
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Nashville may be the capital of the state of Tennessee, but it’s actually much more famous as the country music capital of the world. If you are a fan of country music, or music in general, Nashville is a must-visit destination. Here you can visit several one-of-a-kind museums dedicated to the genre and attend amazing live performances every day at pretty much every bar or venue across town.
There are two places that you absolutely must visit while you’re in town: the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum (for obvious reasons), and the legendary Grand Ole Opry House, known as country’s most famous stage. Once you get those out of the way, head over to Broadway and snatch yourself a pair of cowboy boots before embarking on a tour of the many bars and restaurants that make up Nashville’s most famous street.
And if you’re looking to escape the country-ness of it all, you might want to head over to East Nashville where you will find hip new restaurants and bars full of young and artistic crowds. It’s definitely worth checking out the area, if only for the several Insta-ready murals you will find there.
While there is no Amtrak train service that goes to Nashville, there are several bus carriers that serve the city and the main bus station is located very conveniently downtown, not too far from all the hustle and bustle of Music City. The Nashville International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, but there is a direct bus transit service that will take you from there all the way to the heart of town.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Nashville?
Main departure station: Greyhound: Bus Station
The primary bus station in Nashville is in the heart of the SoBro (“South of Broadway”) neighborhood, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and music venues. From this station, you can catch Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, and Amtrak Thruway buses offering trips to destinations throughout the United States. To make traveling stress-free, this station is open 24 hours a day and includes restrooms, vending machines, and charging stations for your phone.
All bus stations in Nashville:
Greyhound: Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Gainesville?
Main arrival station: Mart 24/7
All buses from Nashville arrive at one main station in Gainesville.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Mart 24/7
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