Bus Tickets from New York City to Gainesville, FL

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from US$116
TueJul 22
from US$133
WedJul 23
from US$138
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from US$116
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 21 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York (Hudson Yards)
    Arrival time: July 23 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 21 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: July 22 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Rosa Parks Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 21 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: July 22 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 21 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: July 22 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Rosa Parks Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 21 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: July 23 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Gainesville

Average PriceUS$79 - US$351Average Duration1d 6h
36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$197 - US$289Average Duration21h 48m
131kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York City to Gainesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 21 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
21h 48mAverage Duration
US$197Cheapest ticket
131kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$135
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance1458 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

New York City to Gainesville Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Gainesville from New York City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Gainesville, FL

  1. What is the travel distance from New York City to Gainesville?

    The distance covered from New York City to Gainesville is 1444 km (896 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York City to Gainesville?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York City, and end it at Rosa Parks Station, in Gainesville.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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07-16
US$190
07-17
US$171
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07-21
US$123
07-22
US$139
07-23
US$130
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Gainesville was searched and found on Jul 21, 2025 with a price of US$123

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Gainesville, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$123 to US$270 for a bus ticket from New York City to Gainesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$123 which is on 2025-07-21.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York City to Gainesville.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Gainesville?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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