Bus from Gainesville, FL to Melbourne, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Melbourne on 30 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville Bus Stop
Melbourne (Mobil Gas Station)CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Rosa Parks Station
Melbourne (Mobil Gas Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:02 PM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Melbourne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 668, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
7h 10mAverage duration
229 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Melbourne, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Melbourne start at R 668. The average price for this route is around R 1 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Melbourne is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 229 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Melbourne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Melbourne at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 06:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Melbourne produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    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 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Melbourne?

    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.

Best price found
27/12
No data
28/12
R 1 671
Today
R 1 568
30/12
R 597
31/12
R 972
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Melbourne, US was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 597

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

You can expect to pay from R 597 to R 1 671 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Melbourne, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 597, which is on 2025-12-30.

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