How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville start at R 1 558. The average price for this route is around R 1 889. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Gainesville?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Gainesville is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 750 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Gainesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Gainesville at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?

A bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville produces an estimated 19 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 New Orleans 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 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Gainesville?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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.

Bus New Orleans to Gainesville from R 1 564 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	13:15	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	03:40	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	18:00	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	18:00	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	15h 25m	05:40	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	13:15	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	03:40	Rosa Parks Station	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	15h 25m	05:40	Rosa Parks Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	13:15	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	03:40	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	15h 25m	05:40	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	13:15	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	03:40	Rosa Parks Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 7 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	14:25	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	15h 25m	05:40	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 20m	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	13:15	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	00:30	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:13 AM CST.

Get from New Orleans to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 558, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 35mAverage duration

750 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Gainesville?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL 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 New Orleans to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville start at R 1 558. The average price for this route is around R 1 889. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Gainesville is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 750 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Gainesville at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Gainesville produces an estimated 19 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 New Orleans 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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Gainesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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.

Best price found

30/01

R 1 721

31/01

R 1 655

Today

R 1 729

02/02

No data

03/02

R 2 962

04/02

R 3 078

05/02

R 1 630

06/02

R 1 903

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 630

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 630 to R 3 111 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 630, which is on 2026-02-05.