Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Sarasota: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Sarasota on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Cattlemen Transfer StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Cattlemen Transfer StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Cattlemen Transfer StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Cattlemen Transfer StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:20 PM EST.

Get from Richmond to Sarasota

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
1229 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Sarasota by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Sarasota?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Sarasota start from $169. The average price for this route is around $294. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to Sarasota is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1229 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to Sarasota route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Sarasota?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Sarasota at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Sarasota?

    A bus trip from Richmond to Sarasota generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to Sarasota?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Sarasota?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to Sarasota?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Sarasota?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
12-06
$175
12-07
$159
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12-10
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12-13
$189
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Sarasota was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $159

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

You can expect to pay from $159 to $190 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $189 which is on 2025-12-13.

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