What is the cheapest way to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville?

The cheapest way to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville is to bus which costs $19 - $28 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville?

The fastest way to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Orlando, FL and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Orlando, FL to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from S Orange Ave & Sturtevant St and arriving at University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr via Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Orlando, FL to Gainesville?

The distance between Orlando, FL and Gainesville is 125 miles. The road distance is 112.4 miles.

How do I travel from Orlando, FL to Gainesville without a car?

The best way to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville without a car is to bus via Mccoy Rd & Central Ave which takes 3h 53m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orlando, FL to Gainesville bus from?

Orlando, FL to Gainesville bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL.

Where does the Orlando, FL to Gainesville bus arrive?

Orlando, FL to Gainesville bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr station.

Can I drive from Orlando, FL to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Orlando, FL to Gainesville is 112 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Orlando, FL to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 271+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Orlando, FL to Gainesville - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Orlando, FL to Gainesville by bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Mccoy Rd & Central Ave
best
1. Take the bus from Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Drbus Miami
3h 53m
$31–42
Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus N2415 / ...
4h
$19–28
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from Orlando, FL to Gainesvillecar 111.7 mi
1h 54m
$21–30

Orlando, FL to Gainesville by foot and bus

28Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Orlando, FL, USA and Gainesville, FL, USA?

RedCoach operates a bus from Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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