What is the travel distance from Lake City to Gainesville?

The distance separating Lake City and Gainesville is 42 miles (67 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lake City to Gainesville?

The majority of buses traveling from Lake City to Gainesville start their journey at Lake City Bus Stop and wind up at Williston Rd & I-75. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Lake City to Gainesville from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lake City to Gainesville on September 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Lake City Bus Station	55m	2:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	Fastest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	35m	10:10am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Next departures for Lake City to Gainesville on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Lake City Bus Station	55m	2:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	Fastest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	35m	10:10am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Next departures for Lake City to Gainesville on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Lake City Bus Station	55m	2:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	Fastest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	35m	10:10am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Next departures for Lake City to Gainesville on September 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Lake City Bus Station	55m	2:55pm	Rosa Parks Station	Cheapest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	Fastest
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	35m	10:10am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags
9:35am	Lake City Bus Stop	30m	10:05am	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Bus Lake City to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$80

Average bus trip duration35m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure9:35am

Distance44 miles (70 km)

Latest bus departure2:00pm

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Tornado Bus

3/5139 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $80 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/510,377 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

3.5/587,233 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Lake City to Gainesville Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lake City and Gainesville?

Stops in Lake City

A - Lake City Bus Stop

B - Lake City Greyhound Bus Station

Stops in Gainesville

A - Williston Rd & I-75

B - Rosa Parks Station

C - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lake City - Gainesville, FL

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The cheapest trip from Lake City to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $75 for a bus ticket from Lake City to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-09-09.

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.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lake City and Gainesville!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lake City to Gainesville.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lake City to Gainesville.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Tickets from Lake City to Gainesville, FL

Next departures

Bus Lake City to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Lake City and Gainesville?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lake City - Gainesville, FL

What is the travel distance from Lake City to Gainesville?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lake City to Gainesville?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Lake City by bus?

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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