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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gainesville-UF | Sarasota / Bradenton, FL | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cattlemen Transfer Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Cattlemen Transfer Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Cattlemen Transfer Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Cattlemen Transfer Station | No tags |
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Get from Gainesville to Sarasota
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Sarasota?
Stops in Gainesville
- A3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- B700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- C101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Stops in Sarasota
- A5951 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232
- B
Cattlemen Rd
3901 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota
What's the distance between Gainesville and Sarasota by coach?
The journey from Gainesville to Sarasota by coach covers an approximate distance of 161 miles (259 km).
How can I get from Gainesville to Sarasota without driving?
You can reach Sarasota from Gainesville by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £63To 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 £63 to £116 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 £73, which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually FlixBus, 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.
