Bus from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gainesville to Sarasota on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Rosa Parks Station
Cattlemen Transfer StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:16 PM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Sarasota

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 960, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
8h 5mAverage duration
259 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Sarasota?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Sarasota start at R 960. The average price for this route is around R 1 766. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Sarasota?

    The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Sarasota is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 259 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 55m and is operated by RedCoach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Sarasota route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Sarasota at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Sarasota produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Sarasota?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4087 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gainesville to Sarasota?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Sarasota?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, 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.

Best price found
13/12
R 1 486
14/12
R 1 659
Today
R 1 296
16/12
No data
17/12
R 794
18/12
R 1 026
19/12
R 1 142
20/12
R 1 259
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Sarasota was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 794

To 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 R 794 to R 2 247 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 R 794, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually 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.

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