Bus Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Compare all timetables for the bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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Thursday

$133

Friday

Saturday

$115

Sunday

$119

Monday

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	31h 10m	8:00 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	3:10 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop		Economy	$133	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/27/2026 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/28/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN via Chicago, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  36h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:20 AM
  
  Gainesville, FL
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  11:05 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $98
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/28/2026 8:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 45m
- Greyhound US
  
  1h 50m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  8:50 PM
  
  South Bend, IN
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
Travel time is 5h 20m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	27h 35m	5:15 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	8:50 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop		Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/29/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
	Greyhound US	31h 10m	8:00 AM	Gainesville, FL	North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop	3:10 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop		Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/29/2026 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	27h 35m	5:15 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	8:50 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop		Economy	$119	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/30/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/31/2026 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
	Greyhound US	31h 10m	8:00 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	3:10 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop		Economy	$135	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 8/30/2026 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) arriving at 8/31/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN is $115 on 8/29/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN

See here how frequent the connections between Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN starting from $115!

Cheapest Bus	$115
Fastest Bus	27h 35m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Latest Bus	5:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	860.0 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Gainesville, FL for South Bend, IN: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

Thursday 08/27

$133

Friday 08/28

Saturday 08/29

$115

Sunday 08/30

$119

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

$119

Wednesday 09/02

Thursday 09/03

$149

Friday 09/04

$119

Saturday 09/05

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$115

Tuesday 09/08

$115

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$115

Saturday 09/12

$120

Sunday 09/13

$123

Monday 09/14

$120

Tuesday 09/15

$116

Wednesday 09/16

$120

Thursday 09/17

$127

Friday 09/18

$117

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $115, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $127.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN, with $115. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $133.

How to save money travelling from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN, 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 buses from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN.

Rosa Parks Transfer station

SE 3rd St 700

Central Bus Station

Greyhound Bus Station

Northeast 23rd Avenue 101

North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop

Westgate Plaza Bus Stop

Erskine Commons Bus Stop

Wendy's

S Dixie Way 320

Bus Stop

W South St 100

Service and Comfort on the bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN? Or which bus companies serve the route Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN bus

How much does a Gainesville, FL South Bend, IN bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $115 and takes 27h 35m to reach South Bend, IN. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $115 and $143. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to South Bend, IN.

On average, how many connections are available from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN each day?

Every day, the Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN take?

The fastest bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN is offered by FlixBus and takes 27h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $119. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN?

The earliest bus arriving in South Bend, IN from Gainesville, FL starts at 8:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN?

The latest bus trip departing from Gainesville, FL for South Bend, IN starts at 5:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Gainesville, FL South Bend, IN route?

When traveling by bus from Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville, FL and South Bend, IN?

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

What can I take with me on the Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN bus route?

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 Gainesville, FL South Bend, IN bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gainesville, FL South Bend, IN 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 traveling 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 South Bend, IN on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gainesville, FL to South Bend, IN

Economy

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

More bus routes to Gainesville, FL and to South Bend, IN

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Gainesville, FL and to South Bend, IN. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!