How much is the bus ticket from Sarasota to Gainesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Gainesville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Gainesville?

The average bus trip duration from Sarasota to Gainesville is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 487 miles (785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Gainesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sarasota to Gainesville?

The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Gainesville at 6:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Sarasota to Gainesville generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Sarasota to Gainesville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Sarasota to Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Gainesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sarasota to Gainesville from $221 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sarasota to Gainesville on January 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 2h	10:20pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	CheapestFastest
	7:40am	Sarasota, FL	1d 23h	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags
	7:40am	Sarasota, FL	1d 23h	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 18h	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 18h	7:25am	Gainesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:46 PM EST.

Get from Sarasota to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

487 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Gainesville?

Stops in Sarasota

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

Stops in Gainesville

A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
Map
B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia
Map
C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA
Map

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,054 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sarasota to Gainesville, GA 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 Gainesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Gainesville start from $117. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Gainesville?
The average bus trip duration from Sarasota to Gainesville is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 487 miles (785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Gainesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sarasota to Gainesville?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Gainesville at 6:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Gainesville?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Gainesville generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sarasota to Gainesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Gainesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sarasota to Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Gainesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $221

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, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $221 to $1,246 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $221 which is on 2026-01-19.