How much is the bus ticket from Sarasota to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Tampa start from $24. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Tampa?

The average bus travel time from Sarasota to Tampa is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by RedCoach .

Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RedCoach , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sarasota to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Tampa at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Tampa?

A bus trip from Sarasota to Tampa generates an estimated 2 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 Tampa?

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 4062 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Tampa?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sarasota to Tampa?

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 Tampa?

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.

Bus Sarasota to Tampa from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:40pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	5:40pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:55pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	2h 10m	4:05pm	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 30m	9:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 30m	9:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Tampa on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 10m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	1h	2:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
Bus	12:35pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1h 35m	7:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:50 PM EST.

Get from Sarasota to Tampa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1h 35mAverage Duration

71 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Tampa?

Stops in Sarasota

A
Cattlemen Transfer Station
5951 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232
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B
Cattlemen Rd
3901 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA

Stops in Tampa

A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605
B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA
C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA
E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

RedCoach

4/54,073 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.9

Based on 4073 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. RedCoach ticket prices on this trip start at $55

RedCoach Sarasota Tampa recent customer reviews

Comfortable and on time but the stop wasn’t easy to locate no signage on the pickup point behind the gas station in Sarasota.

Gene P.

April 4, 2024

No refunds.

Susan S.

February 17, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $29

Greyhound Sarasota Tampa recent customer reviews

The staff was friendly and professional, the trip was without incident. The bus however was in poor repair. I switched seats 3 times ans the electrical outlets were both loose to the point of my chargerr plug falling out, and dead, meaning no current thru the outlet. Also, wifi signal died 5 minutes out of the station and i never got connected through out the entire trip

Michael O.

October 28, 2017

In time and perfect travel

Veronica P.

March 16, 2022

Missed flight never again

Gerry W.

April 18, 2019

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sarasota to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Tampa start from $24. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Tampa?
The average bus travel time from Sarasota to Tampa is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sarasota to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Tampa at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Tampa?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Tampa generates an estimated 2 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 Tampa?
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 4062 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Tampa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sarasota to Tampa?
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 Tampa?
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.

Best price found

11-26

$29

11-27

$25

Today

$26

11-29

$23

11-30

$26

12-01

$21

12-02

$18

12-03

$16

The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sarasota to Tampa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $103 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually RedCoach 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.