How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Sarasota?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Sarasota start from $102. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Washington to Sarasota?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Sarasota is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 858 miles (1383 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Sarasota route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Sarasota at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Sarasota generates an estimated 35 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 Washington 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.

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

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

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

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 Washington 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.

Bus Washington to Sarasota from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Sarasota on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	1d 9h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Washington to Sarasota on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40am	Union Station	1d 5h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	1d 5h	2:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	1d 9h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Sarasota on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	1d 9h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40am	Union Station	1d 5h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Union Station	1d 7h	2:55pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Sarasota on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40am	Union Station	1d 5h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Union Station	1d 6h	1:25pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	1d 9h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/06/2025 EST.

Get from Washington to Sarasota

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

858 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Sarasota?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Sarasota

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,601 reviews

Staff4.2

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

3.5/587,430 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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Sarasota?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Sarasota start from $102. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Washington to Sarasota?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Sarasota is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 858 miles (1383 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Sarasota route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Sarasota?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Sarasota at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Sarasota?
A bus trip from Washington to Sarasota generates an estimated 35 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 Washington 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Sarasota?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Sarasota?
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 Washington 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

12/11

$141

12/12

$134

Today

$137

12/14

$122

12/15

$130

12/16

$125

12/17

$130

12/18

$154

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Sarasota was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $122

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

You can expect to pay from $122 to $154 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2025-12-14.