Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Gainesville (Chevron) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | The Woodlands - Windvale Center | Gainesville (Chevron) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Gainesville (Chevron) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:04 PM CST.
Get from Houston to Gainesville
The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Gainesville, TX 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 Houston to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Gainesville start from $91. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Houston to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Gainesville is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 465 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Gainesville at 1:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Houston to Gainesville generates an estimated 12 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 Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Houston, US to Gainesville, TX was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Gainesville, TX, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $81 to $81 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Gainesville, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2026-01-30.
