How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to St. Petersburg cost?

The bus ticket price from Gainesville to St. Petersburg starts at R 872. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to St. Petersburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?

The average travel time between Gainesville and St. Petersburg is around 7h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and St. Petersburg?

The number of buses from Gainesville to St. Petersburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to St. Petersburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?

When taking the bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?

Buses travelling between Gainesville and St. Petersburg leave from Rosa Parks Station or Williston Rd & I-75 and arrive at Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop, St Petersburg Bus Station.

Bus Gainesville to St. Petersburg from R 843 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to St. Petersburg on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:40	Rosa Parks Station	12h 55m	11:35	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:35	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h	07:35	Central Ave N	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 20m	13:50	Central Ave N	No tags
	Bus	03:45	Rosa Parks Station	10h 5m	13:50	Central Ave N	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:35	Gainesville Bus Stop	11h	11:35	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	No tags
	Bus	22:40	Rosa Parks Station	8h 55m	07:35	Central Ave N	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	Rosa Parks Station	7h 50m	11:35	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	No tags

Next departures from Gainesville to St. Petersburg on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:35	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h	07:35	Central Ave N	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	5h 50m	12:20	Central Ave N	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:35	Gainesville Bus Stop	11h	11:35	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	No tags
	Bus	03:45	Rosa Parks Station	8h 35m	12:20	Central Ave N	No tags
	Bus	22:40	Rosa Parks Station	8h 55m	07:35	Central Ave N	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	Rosa Parks Station	7h 50m	11:35	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:20 PM EST.

Get from Gainesville to St. Petersburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 872, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

7h 50mAverage duration

218 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 369 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87369 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 522

Greyhound Gainesville St. Petersburg recent customer reviews

The bus showed up 80 minutes late, making me miss my transfer in Orlando. There wasn’t another bus to take me so I was left stranded in Gainesville.

James H.

19 June 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and St. Petersburg?

Stops in Gainesville

A - Rosa Parks Station

B - Williston Rd & I-75

C - Greyhound Station

Stops in St. Petersburg

A - Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop

B - St Petersburg Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to St. Petersburg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to St. Petersburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Gainesville to St. Petersburg starts at R 872. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to St. Petersburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?
The average travel time between Gainesville and St. Petersburg is around 7h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and St. Petersburg?
The number of buses from Gainesville to St. Petersburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to St. Petersburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?
When taking the bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to St. Petersburg?
Buses travelling between Gainesville and St. Petersburg leave from Rosa Parks Station or Williston Rd & I-75 and arrive at Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop, St Petersburg Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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R 1 027

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R 1 027

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R 1 194

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R 1 370

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R 843

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to St. Petersburg was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 843

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 St. Petersburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 843 to R 1 370 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 843, which is on 2025-11-15.