Rides from Orlando to Gainesville
Heading back to UF? Ride with verified students and split the cost. After Thanksgiving, UF classes resume on Mon, Nov 30.
~110
miles
~1 h 50 m
by car
~$5
gas each, 3 in a car
Gas: AAA $4.06 a gallon, 28 mpg, checked Oct 17, 2026. Miles and times are estimates.
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Orlando to Gainesville: your options
Option
Price
Good to know
RideMate seat
Set by the driver, up to the cost cap
About 1 h 50 m. Cap: $0.76 a mile, split by the seats
Drive alone
About $16 in gas
About $5 each with 3 in the car
Pickup in Orlando
The driver sets the pickup in the app, for example the airport or a spot in town. You can message them once you book to agree on the details.
Safety
- Students with a checked school email and ID
- Pay only in the app
- Share your trip with family
- Women+ rides
Questions about this ride
How much is a ride from Orlando to Gainesville?
Drivers set the price per seat, capped at the trip’s cost at the IRS rate of $0.76 a mile, split by the seats. For about 110 miles, the cap is about $28 a seat with 3 seats.
Where do I get dropped off?
Usually on campus. The driver confirms the drop-off in the app, and you can message them once you book.
Who can ride?
Students with a school email from a supported Florida college or university. We check your student ID, usually within 2 hours.
What if the driver cancels?
You get everything back. Refunds reach your card in 5–10 business days.
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