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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Detroit Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Detroit Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Amtrak Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Detroit Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| Detroit Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Gainesville
The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $210, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Gainesville?
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Gainesville, FL 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 Detroit to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Gainesville start from $210. The average price for this route is around $238. 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 Detroit to Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Gainesville is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 876 miles (1412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Gainesville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Gainesville at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Detroit to Gainesville generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Gainesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Detroit to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Detroit, MI to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Mar 16, 2026 with a price of $136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $136 to $1,316 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2026-03-16.
Usually Amtrak 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.
