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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durham Greyhound Bus Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags |
Get from Durham to Gainesville
The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durham and Gainesville?
Stops in Durham
- A515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA - C
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2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA - D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US 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 Durham to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Gainesville start from $129. The average price for this route is around $169. 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 Durham to Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from Durham to Gainesville is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 478 miles (770 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Gainesville at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Durham to Gainesville generates an estimated 19 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 Durham to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Gainesville?
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 has the most timely service from Durham to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Durham to Gainesville?
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 Durham, NC, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $123To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durham, NC, US to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $123 to $280 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $123 which is on 2025-12-25.
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.
