Find coaches from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota

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Next departures from Gainesville to Sarasota on 4 November
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    		Rosa Parks Station
    		Cattlemen Transfer StationCheapestFastest

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    Get from Gainesville to Sarasota

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 692, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    6bus per day
    8h 5mAverage duration
    266 kmDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions

    Bus Gainesville, FL to Sarasota: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceR 1 308
    Average bus trip duration8h 5m
    Number of daily buses6
    Earliest bus departure00:35
    Distance266 km
    Latest bus departure22:40

    Gainesville to Sarasota Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, FL - Sarasota

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Gainesville to Sarasota cost?

      The bus ticket price from Gainesville to Sarasota starts at R 692. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gainesville to Sarasota is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

    2. How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Sarasota?

      The average travel time between Gainesville and Sarasota is around 8h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 259 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Gainesville and Sarasota?

      The number of buses from Gainesville to Sarasota can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gainesville to Sarasota by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Gainesville to Sarasota?

      When taking the bus from Gainesville to Sarasota, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RedCoach, Tornado Bus.

    5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Sarasota?

      Buses travelling between Gainesville and Sarasota leave from Rosa Parks Station or Williston Rd & I-75 and arrive at Cattlemen Transfer Station, Cattlemen Rd.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
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    03/11
    R 1 450
    Today
    R 1 183
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    07/11
    R 1 063
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 063

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

    You can expect to pay from R 1 063 to R 1 790 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 063, which is on 2025-11-07.

    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.

    About Bus Travel

    Bus Travel Tips

    Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gainesville and Sarasota!

    Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gainesville to Sarasota, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

    Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gainesville to Sarasota that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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    Did you know?

    The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

    The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

    One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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