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Gainesville, United States of America → South Padre Island, United States of America

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Six ways to Travel from Gainesville to South Padre Island

Composite routes from Gainesville to South Padre Island

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Houston - Telephone Rd to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$101.91
Bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$101.91

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Gainesville Bus Stop to Houston
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$420.37
Bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$28.02–$203.82

Tornado Bus Company

Phone:
+1 888 358 6762
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from Circle K - Gainesville, FL to Houston
Ave. Duration:
14h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.34–$458.59

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from McAllen Central Station to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$44.59
Bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.39–$114.65
Bus from Houston Bus Station to Brownsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.49–$127.39

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Rio
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$1,146.47
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Brownsville-South
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.37–$1,910.79
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Mcallen
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Mcallen
Ave. Duration:
10h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$445.85

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Rio
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$305.73–$624.19
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Brownsville-South
Ave. Duration:
6h 48m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$509.54–$1,019.09

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Rio
Ave. Duration:
7h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.73–$624.19

Sun Country Airlines

Website:
suncountry.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Rio
Ave. Duration:
7h 38m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$764.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island is to bus and night bus which costs $108.70 - $489.13 and takes 30h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island is to fly and taxi which takes 8h 51m and costs $391.30 - $706.52 .

How far is it from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

The distance between Gainesville and South Padre Island is 1644 km. The road distance is 1977.3 km.

How do I travel from Gainesville to South Padre Island without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island without a car is to bus via Circle K - Gainesville, FL which takes 23h 54m and costs $293.48 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

The best way to get from Gainesville to South Padre Island is to bus via Circle K - Gainesville, FL which takes 23h 54m and costs $293.48 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $445.65 - $923.91 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the time difference between Gainesville and South Padre Island?

South Padre Island is 1h behind Gainesville. It is currently 01:10 in Gainesville and 00:10 in South Padre Island.

Can I drive from Gainesville to South Padre Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to South Padre Island is 1977 km. It takes approximately 21h 37m to drive from Gainesville to South Padre Island.

Where can I stay near South Padre Island?

There are 850+ hotels available in South Padre Island. Prices start at $31.43 per night.
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