How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start from $194. The average price for this route is around $296. 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 817 miles (1318 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 33 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?

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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Philadelphia?

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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?

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 Gainesville to Philadelphia from $204 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Philadelphia on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00am	Gainesville Bus Stop	1d 7h	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	3:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	20h 5m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35am	Gainesville Bus Stop	1d 6h	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Gainesville Bus Stop	1d 6h	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Rosa Parks Station	1d 1h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:00 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

817 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Philadelphia?

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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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,728 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Philadelphia start from $194. The average price for this route is around $296. 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Philadelphia is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 817 miles (1318 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Philadelphia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Philadelphia generates an estimated 33 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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Philadelphia?
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 Gainesville to Philadelphia?
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.

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$270

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$252

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$204

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $204

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $204 to $304 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $204 which is on 2025-12-27.

Usually FlixBus 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.