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Compare all timetables for the bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL from various bus operators like FlixBus or Tornado Bus Company for the next days.

today
$42
tomorrow
$41
Sunday
$45
Monday
$41
Tuesday
$33
Wednesday
Thursday
$35

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:40 PM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $42
FlixBus 11h 30m 8:20 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 7:50 AM Gainesville, FL Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Tampa, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 10m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      4:45 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:40 PM
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:40 PM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $41
FlixBus 11h 30m 8:20 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 7:50 AM Gainesville, FL Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Tampa, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 10m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      4:45 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:40 PM
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:40 PM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $45
FlixBus 11h 30m 8:20 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 7:50 AM Gainesville, FL Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $52
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Tampa, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 10m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      4:45 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:40 PM
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:40 PM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $41
FlixBus 11h 30m 8:20 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 7:50 AM Gainesville, FL Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Tampa, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 10m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      4:45 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:40 PM
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 0m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 1:05 AM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $33
Tornado Bus Company 8h 38m 9:45 AM Sarasota, FL Sarasota Commercial Way Bus Stop 6:22 PM Gainesville, FL Kangaroo Express  Economy $150

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 2:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:40 PM Gainesville, FL Rosa Parks Transfer station  Economy $35
FlixBus 11h 30m 8:20 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 7:50 AM Gainesville, FL North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop  Economy $41
Tornado Bus Company 8h 38m 9:45 AM Sarasota, FL Sarasota Commercial Way Bus Stop 6:22 PM Gainesville, FL Kangaroo Express  Economy $150
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Tampa, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 10m
      0
      3:30 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      4:45 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:40 PM
      Gainesville, FL
      Rosa Parks Transfer station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
    Travel Time is 0h 27m shorter, and you will save $4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL is $33 on 11/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL

See here how frequent the connections between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL starting from $33!

Cheapest Bus $33
Fastest Bus 8h 37m
Earliest Bus 2:05 PM
Latest Bus 8:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 160.1 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Sarasota, FL for Gainesville, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
Thursday 10/22
Friday 10/23
$42
Saturday 10/24
$41
Sunday 10/25
$45
Monday 10/26
$41
Tuesday 10/27
$33
Wednesday 10/28
Thursday 10/29
$35
Friday 10/30
$41
Saturday 10/31
$40
Sunday 11/01
Monday 11/02
Tuesday 11/03
$33
Wednesday 11/04
$36
Thursday 11/05
Friday 11/06
Saturday 11/07
Sunday 11/08
Monday 11/09
Tuesday 11/10
Wednesday 11/11
$40
Thursday 11/12
$43
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $33, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, with $33. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $148.

How to save money travelling from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

These are the most booked bus companies between Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL from our users.

FlixBus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL:

Cheapest Price $33
Fastest Bus 9h 35m
Earliest Bus 2:05 PM
Last Bus 8:20 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 9/29/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL? Or which bus companies serve the route Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL bus

How much does a Sarasota, FL Gainesville, FL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $33 and takes 11h 0m to reach Gainesville, FL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $33 and $150. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Gainesville, FL.

On average, how many connections are available from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL each day?

Every day, the Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL take?

The fastest bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 8h 37m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $150. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL?

The earliest bus arriving in Gainesville, FL from Sarasota, FL starts at 2:05 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Sarasota, FL for Gainesville, FL starts at 8:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Sarasota, FL Gainesville, FL route?

When traveling by bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL?

You can check all the direct connections between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company.

What can I take with me on the Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Sarasota, FL Gainesville, FL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Sarasota, FL Gainesville, FL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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