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Busbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to GainesvilleAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 13 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Charleston, SC, US to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview
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Charleston to Gainesville Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Gainesville, FL
What is the travel distance from Charleston to Gainesville?
The distance between Charleston and Gainesville is around 417 km (259 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charleston to Gainesville?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Charleston Bus Station, in Charleston, 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.
The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Aug 8, 2025 with a price of US$94To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Charleston to Gainesville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charleston to Gainesville, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charleston to Gainesville that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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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