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 | Rosa Parks Station | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Williston Rd & I-75 | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Downtown Gray & Smith | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:33 PM EDT.
Get from Gainesville to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 522, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Houston?
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 Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Houston, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Houston start at R 3 522. The average price for this route is around R 3 851. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Houston?
The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Houston is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1254 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Houston at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Houston?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Houston produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Houston?
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 87527 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to Houston?
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 Gainesville to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Houston, US was searched and found on 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 837To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 837 to R 3 952 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 837, which is on 2026-03-18.
Usually 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.
