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Which bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Gainesville, FL to Tampa. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£34
tomorrow
£39
Monday
£43
Tuesday
£39
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£36

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 25m 00:35 Gainesville, FL North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop 06:00 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £34
FlixBus 5h 30m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:15 Tampa USF  Economy £34
FlixBus 5h 55m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:40 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £34
FlixBus 4h 20m 18:05 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 22:25 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa via Orlando, FL, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      5h 25m
      0
      00:35
      Gainesville, FL
      North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop
      02:35
      Orlando, FL
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      03:45
      Orlando, FL
      Florida Mall
      06:00
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 25m 00:35 Gainesville, FL Greyhound Bus Station 06:00 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
FlixBus 5h 30m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:15 Tampa USF  Economy £39
FlixBus 5h 55m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:40 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
FlixBus 4h 20m 18:05 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 22:25 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa via Orlando, FL, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      18:05
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      20:00
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £20
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      20:45
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 25m 00:35 Gainesville, FL North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop 06:00 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £43
FlixBus 5h 55m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:40 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £43
FlixBus 4h 20m 18:05 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 22:25 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £43
FlixBus 5h 30m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:15 Tampa USF  Economy £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa via Orlando, FL, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      5h 25m
      0
      00:35
      Gainesville, FL
      North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop
      02:35
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      £16
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      03:45
      Orlando, FL
      Florida Mall
      06:00
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 25m 00:35 Gainesville, FL North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop 06:00 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
FlixBus 5h 30m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:15 Tampa USF  Economy £39
FlixBus 5h 55m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:40 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
FlixBus 4h 20m 18:05 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 22:25 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa via Orlando, FL, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      18:05
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      20:25
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      20:45
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 5h 25m 00:35 Gainesville, FL North Walmart Supercenter Coach Stop 06:00 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £36
FlixBus 5h 30m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:15 Tampa USF  Economy £36
FlixBus 7h 25m 05:20 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 12:45 Tampa USF  Economy £36
FlixBus 5h 55m 03:45 Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station 09:40 Tampa Marion Street  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa via Orlando, FL, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      18:05
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      20:25
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      20:45
      Orlando, FL
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save £12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Gainesville, FL to Tampa is £29 on 29/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Gainesville, FL and Tampa?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Gainesville, FL to Tampa. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Gainesville, FL to Tampa. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Gainesville, FL and Tampa.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 30 coaches from Gainesville, FL to Tampa, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Gainesville, FL and Tampa, with 6 offers.

All facts for Gainesville, FL to Tampa bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel daily 7 times by bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa in one click. Book your Gainesville, FL to Tampa bus ticket starting from £29!

Cheapest Bus £29
Fastest Bus 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 00:35
Latest Coach 18:05
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 188.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

Every day, 7 buses from 2 coach companies leave Gainesville, FL for Tampa. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 08/08/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
Tuesday 04/08
Wednesday 05/08
Thursday 06/08
Friday 07/08
Saturday 08/08
£34
Sunday 09/08
£39
Monday 10/08
£43
Tuesday 11/08
£39
Wednesday 12/08
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£36
Saturday 15/08
Sunday 16/08
Monday 17/08
Tuesday 18/08
£36
Wednesday 19/08
Thursday 20/08
£34
Friday 21/08
£36
Saturday 22/08
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£31
Tuesday 25/08
£32
Wednesday 26/08
£33
Thursday 27/08
£33
Friday 28/08
£31
Saturday 29/08
£29
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Tampa, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £29, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Gainesville, FL to Tampa. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £34.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Tampa, with £29. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Gainesville, FL to Tampa

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Gainesville, FL to Tampa in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Gainesville, FL to Tampa, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Gainesville, FL to Tampa are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Gainesville, FL and Tampa

Here is a map with all coach stations in Gainesville, FL and Tampa. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Gainesville, FL to Tampa. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Gainesville, FL to Tampa bus

How much does a Gainesville, FL Tampa coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Gainesville, FL Tampa bus trip is available from £29 and takes 5h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £29 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Tampa.

How many connections are available for the Gainesville, FL Tampa route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Gainesville, FL to Tampa is offered by roughly 7 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Tampa from Gainesville, FL take?

The quickest coach from Gainesville, FL to Tampa is provided by FlixBus and takes 4h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £34. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

The earliest bus to Tampa departs from Gainesville, FL at 00:35. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

The latest bus to Tampa departs from Gainesville, FL at 18:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Gainesville, FL Tampa route?

Passengers looking to travel from Gainesville, FL to Tampa can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville, FL and Tampa?

You can check all the direct connections between Gainesville, FL and Tampa by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the bus to Tampa from Gainesville, FL?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Gainesville, FL Tampa bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gainesville, FL Tampa bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Gainesville, FL to Tampa on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Gainesville, FL and Tampa. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Gainesville, FL to Tampa?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Gainesville, FL and Tampa change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gainesville, FL to Tampa

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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