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 | Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Sarasota / Bradenton, FL | Tallahassee FSU, FL | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sarasota / Bradenton, FL | Tallahassee FSU, FL | No tags | ||||
Tornado Bus + Expreso | Bus | Sarasota | Flying J | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sarasota / Bradenton, FL | Tallahassee Downtown | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:02 PM EST.
Get from Sarasota to Tallahassee
The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Tallahassee?
Stops in Sarasota
- A5951 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232
- B
Cattlemen Rd
3901 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA
Stops in Tallahassee
- A32670 Blue Star Hwy, Midway, FL 32343, USA
- B1021 St Augustine St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
- C329 Marriott Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32301
- D112 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sarasota to Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Tallahassee start from $64. The average price for this route is around $142. 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 Tallahassee?
The average bus travel time from Sarasota to Tallahassee is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Tallahassee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sarasota to Tallahassee?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Tallahassee at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Tallahassee?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Tallahassee generates an estimated 10 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 Tallahassee?
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 Tallahassee?
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 Tallahassee?
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 Tallahassee?
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 Tallahassee was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $132To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sarasota to Tallahassee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $132 to $216 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Tallahassee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
