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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Sarasota, FL | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Cattlemen Transfer Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Cattlemen Transfer Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Sarasota to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Chicago?
Stops in Sarasota
- A5951 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232
- B
Cattlemen Rd
3901 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sarasota to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Chicago start from $190. The average price for this route is around $266. 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 Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Sarasota to Chicago is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1669 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sarasota to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Chicago at 4:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Chicago?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Chicago generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sarasota to Chicago?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sarasota to Chicago?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sarasota to Chicago?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $186To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sarasota to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $186 to $4,459 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually Amtrak 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.
