How much is the bus ticket from Sarasota to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Philadelphia start from $162. The average price for this route is around $236. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Sarasota to Philadelphia is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 965 miles (1556 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Philadelphia at 4:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Sarasota to Philadelphia generates an estimated 39 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 Philadelphia?

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 5652 reviews.

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

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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia from $193 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sarasota to Philadelphia on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 8h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 5h	7:03pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 5h	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 6h	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	2d	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	8:40am	Sarasota, FL	1d 1h	9:48am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 5h	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 6h	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Philadelphia on January 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 8h	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	8:40am	Sarasota, FL	1d 1h	9:48am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	8:40am	Sarasota, FL	1d 1h	9:48am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 5h	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 18h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 6h	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
	1:25pm	Sarasota, FL	1d 6h	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	6:15pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 8h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Sarasota to Philadelphia on January 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 6h	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 11h	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	7:45pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 13h	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:05pm	Cattlemen Transfer Station	1d 8h	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:46 PM EST.

Get from Sarasota to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

965 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sarasota and Philadelphia?

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,687 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,794 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

3.5/587,461 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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sarasota to Philadelphia start from $162. The average price for this route is around $236. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Sarasota to Philadelphia is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 965 miles (1556 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Sarasota to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sarasota to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Sarasota to Philadelphia at 4:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sarasota to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Sarasota to Philadelphia generates an estimated 39 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 Philadelphia?
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 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sarasota to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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.

Best price found

12/27

$288

12/28

$230

Today

$193

12/30

$276

12/31

No data

The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $193

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

You can expect to pay from $193 to $2,254 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $276 which is on 2025-12-30.