Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Sarasota / Bradenton, FL | Gainesville-UF | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sarasota | Williston Rd & I-75 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Rosa Parks Station | No tags |
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Get from Sarasota to Gainesville
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Gainesville?
Stops in Sarasota
- A5951 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232
- B
Cattlemen Rd
3901 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA
Stops in Gainesville
- A3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- B700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sarasota to Gainesville, FL by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sarasota to Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Gainesville start from $59. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sarasota to Gainesville?
The average bus travel time from Sarasota to Gainesville is 9h, covering a distance of 259 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, RedCoach, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sarasota to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Gainesville at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Gainesville generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sarasota to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Gainesville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sarasota to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sarasota to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sarasota to Gainesville, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $173 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2025-11-30.
