Trip to Gainesville

Find the perfect accommodation on booking.com

Great location and deals for every budget.

ItalianoEspañolFrançaisEnglishDeutschPolishPortuguese BRPortugueseEspañolJapaneseTurkishDutchUkrainianSwedishNorwegianDanishРусский
Avg. duration
Distance km
Avg. price$
Train trips found

Trains from Fort Myers to Gainesville

🚆 Embark on a scenic train journey from Fort Myers to Gainesville, covering a distance of 273 miles in approximately 23 hours and 53 minutes with a transfer. Your first step involves a comfortable bus ride towards Tampa with Greyhound, followed by a second leg to Tallahassee with RedCoach Florida, offering a unique travel experience. 🌴 Opt for a faster route taking around 9 hours and 33 minutes to reach Gainesville from Fort Myers, spanning 294 miles with two transfers. Begin your trip with a bus to San Carlos Plaza with Lee County Transit, then transfer to another bus towards Tallahassee with RedCoach Florida, enhancing your travel experience with each leg of the journey. 🌟 Consider a convenient route taking about 10 hours and 28 minutes from Fort Myers to Gainesville, covering 294 miles with a single transfer. Start by boarding a bus to San Carlos Plaza with Lee County Transit, then proceed towards Tallahassee with RedCoach Florida, passing through beautiful landscapes on your way to your final destination.

Where to stay in Gainesville

There are over 72 hotels to stay in Gainesville. Prices range from $39 per night.

Accomodation
  • There are multiple companies that provide train routes from Fort Myers to Gainesville. Greyhound offers a route with a transfer in Tampa, taking approximately 23 hours and 53 minutes. RedCoach Florida also offers routes with transfers, varying in duration from around 9 to 10 hours, depending on the specific route and number of transfers required. For more information and booking, you can contact Greyhound at 1 231-2222 or visit https://www.greyhound.com/transit, and RedCoach Florida at 1 733-0724 or visit http://www.redcoachusa.com/.
  • The fastest train route between Fort Myers and Gainesville is Route 2, which takes approximately 9 hours and 33 minutes to reach Gainesville from Fort Myers. This route covers a distance of 294 miles and involves 2 transfers. It requires taking buses operated by Lee County Transit and RedCoach Florida, with stops at San Carlos Plaza, Tampa, Ocala, and finally arriving at Gainesville - UF. For further details or to book tickets, you can contact Lee County Transit at 1 533-8726 or visit http://www.rideleetran.com/, and RedCoach Florida at 1 733-0724 or via http://www.redcoachusa.com/.
  • There are multiple train routes available between Fort Myers and Gainesville with various combinations of transfers and durations. These routes include transfers via different bus services like Greyhound, Lee County Transit, and RedCoach Florida, depending on the specific itinerary chosen. Travelers can select from options ranging from a single transfer to multiple transfers, each offering unique travel times and experiences. For more information on the specific schedules, durations, and transfers, it is recommended to contact the respective bus agencies or visit their websites for detailed route planning.
  • The first and last trains of the day vary depending on the specific route chosen for travel from Fort Myers to Gainesville. It is important to check the schedules of the bus services such as Greyhound, Lee County Transit, and RedCoach Florida for the most accurate and up-to-date information on departure times. Travelers should plan their trip accordingly and consider the duration of the journey, including any transfers, when selecting their preferred departure time. For the most detailed information on the first and last trains of the day for each route, it is advisable to contact the respective bus agencies directly or visit their websites.
  • There are no direct train trips available between Fort Myers and Gainesville. All the routes mentioned require transfers, whether it be in Tampa, Ocala, or Tallahassee, depending on the specific route chosen. Travelers should plan accordingly for these transfers and consider the varying durations of each leg of the journey when making their travel arrangements. For more information on the available routes and transfers, it is recommended to contact the respective bus agencies - Greyhound, Lee County Transit, and RedCoach Florida - for detailed schedules and booking options.

Will you be returning to Fort Myers by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gainesville to Fort Myers

See schedule