What is the cheapest way to get from Ellenton to Gainesville?

The cheapest way to get from Ellenton to Gainesville is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellenton to Gainesville?

The fastest way to get from Ellenton to Gainesville is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ellenton and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellenton to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Bradenton and arriving at Gainesville via Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St and Tampa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Ellenton to Gainesville?

The distance between Ellenton and Gainesville is 170 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ellenton to Gainesville without a car?

The best way to get from Ellenton to Gainesville without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $140 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Ellenton to Gainesville?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ellenton to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellenton to Gainesville bus from?

Ellenton to Gainesville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bradenton station.

Where does the Ellenton to Gainesville bus arrive?

Ellenton to Gainesville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Ellenton to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellenton to Gainesville is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ellenton to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 234+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Ellenton to Gainesville - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ellenton to Gainesville by taxi, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ellenton to University of South Floridataxi
2. Take the bus from University of South Florida to Gainesvillebus FlixBus N2467
2h 55m
$149–189
Drive 163.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ellenton to Gainesvillecar 163.7 mi
2h 42m
$30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bradenton to Tampabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus N2467
4h 56m
$41–61

Ellenton to Gainesville by bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Ellenton, FL, USA and Gainesville, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Bradenton to Gainesville via Tampa, Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Marion Transit Center, and Tampa Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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