Bus Tickets from Gainesville, FL to Lake City

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Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 27 at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 27 at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Williston Rd & I-75
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Stop
    Operated by: ExpresoExpreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 27 at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 27 at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Rosa Parks Station
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 27 at
    Departure city: Gainesville
    Departure location: Williston Rd & I-75
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Stop
    Operated by: ExpresoExpreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Gainesville to Lake City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$31
Average Bus Trip Duration1h
Number of daily buses4.666666666666666
Earliest bus departure8:00am
Distance67 km
Latest bus departure6:35pm

Gainesville to Lake City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, FL - Lake City

  1. What is the distance between Gainesville and Lake City?

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

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gainesville to Lake City?

    Buses departing from Rosa Parks Station in Gainesville will take you to Lake City Bus Stop in Lake City.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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06-24
US$19
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US$23
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06-27
US$23
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US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville to Lake City was searched and found on Jun 24, 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23 which is on 2025-06-27.

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.

About Bus Travel

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 Gainesville and Lake City!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gainesville to Lake City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Gainesville to Lake City.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Gainesville to Lake City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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