Find coaches from Chicago to Gainesville, FL

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Next departures from Chicago to Gainesville on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
Greyhound
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
Greyhound
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags

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Bus Chicago to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$109
Average bus trip duration1d
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance894 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Gainesville Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Gainesville, FL

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Gainesville by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Gainesville by coach is approximately 893 miles (1440 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Gainesville without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

Best price found
10/10
US$139
11/10
US$77
Today
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13/10
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14/10
US$100
15/10
US$97
16/10
US$63
17/10
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 17 Oct 2025 with a price of US$60

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

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$272 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-10-17.

Usually Greyhound 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Gainesville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Gainesville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Chicago to Gainesville.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Gainesville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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