Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Ocala Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Williston Rd & I-75 | My Ranchito | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Ocala Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Gainesville-UF | Ocala, FL | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gainesville-UF | Ocala, FL | No tags |
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Get from Gainesville to Ocala
The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 569, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Ocala?
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Stops in Ocala
- A4277 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
- B2020 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473, USA
- C
Pilot 424
4032 W Highway 326, Ocala, FL 34470 - D
Ocala Hotels
3600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Ocala by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Ocala?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Ocala start from TRY 569. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,303. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Ocala?
The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Ocala is 45m, covering a distance of 64 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Ocala route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Ocala?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Ocala at 8:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Ocala?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Ocala generates an estimated 1.593925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Ocala?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4154 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Ocala?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Gainesville to Ocala?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Ocala?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Ocala was searched and found on May 18, 2026 with a price of TRY 280To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Ocala, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 280 to TRY 3,272 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 304 which is on 2026-05-21.
Usually RedCoach, Tornado Bus 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.
