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Bus Sarasota to Gainesville: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$54
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure9:15am
Distance266 km
Latest bus departure7:45pm

Sarasota to Gainesville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sarasota - Gainesville

  1. How long does it take to get to Gainesville from Sarasota by bus?

    The bus ride from Sarasota to Gainesville takes 6h 35m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 50m.

  2. What is the distance between Sarasota and Gainesville?

    Sarasota and Gainesville are 259 km (161 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sarasota to Gainesville?

    Buses departing from Cattlemen Transfer Station in Sarasota will take you to Rosa Parks Station in Gainesville.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Sarasota to Gainesville?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Gainesville from Sarasota; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$37, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Sarasota to Gainesville?

    The bus from Sarasota to Gainesville will cost you US$54, on average.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sarasota to Gainesville was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Gainesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually Expreso, REDCOACH FLORIDA 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sarasota to Gainesville, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sarasota to Gainesville will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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