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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sarasota, FL to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
$137
tomorrow
Saturday
$155
Sunday
$140
Monday
$130
Tuesday
$137
Wednesday
$126

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 20m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $137
FlixBus 32h 45m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $137
FlixBus 38h 45m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $154
FlixBus 37h 20m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $157
FlixBus 36h 55m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $157
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      38h 45m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • FlixBus
      36h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      9:50 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $107
    Travel time is 10h 25m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 38h 45m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $155
FlixBus 37h 20m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $158
FlixBus 36h 55m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $158
FlixBus 32h 45m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $164
FlixBus 29h 20m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $170
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $56? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      40h 0m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 8h 45m
    • FlixBus
      29h 45m
      0
      6:20 AM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $87
    Travel time is 11h 40m longer, but you will save $56

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 20m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $140
FlixBus 37h 20m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $145
FlixBus 36h 55m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $145
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      40h 0m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 8h 45m
    • FlixBus
      29h 45m
      0
      6:20 AM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $87
    Travel time is 11h 40m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 37h 20m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $130
FlixBus 36h 55m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $130
FlixBus 38h 45m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132
FlixBus 29h 20m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $150
FlixBus 32h 45m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      40h 0m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 8h 45m
    • FlixBus
      29h 45m
      0
      6:20 AM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $87
    Travel time is 11h 40m longer, but you will save $31

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 32h 45m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $137
FlixBus 41h 50m 5:00 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $234
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      40h 0m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 8h 45m
    • FlixBus
      29h 45m
      0
      6:20 AM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $87
    Travel time is 8h 15m longer, but you will save $38

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 20m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $126
FlixBus 32h 45m 3:50 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133
FlixBus 37h 20m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $136
FlixBus 36h 55m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $136
FlixBus 38h 45m 8:05 PM Sarasota, FL Cattleman Transfer Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $140
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago via Tampa, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      40h 0m
      0
      8:05 PM
      Sarasota, FL
      Cattleman Transfer Center
      9:35 PM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    • Waiting Time 8h 45m
    • FlixBus
      29h 45m
      0
      6:20 AM
      Tampa
      Marion Street
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $87
    Travel time is 11h 40m longer, but you will save $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago is $116 on 6/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sarasota, FL and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Sarasota, FL and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Sarasota, FL to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sarasota, FL and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 16 buses from Sarasota, FL to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sarasota, FL and Chicago, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Chicago starting from $116!

Cheapest Bus $116
Fastest Bus 28h 20m
Earliest Bus 3:50 PM
Latest Bus 8:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 1,045.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Sarasota, FL to Chicago

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Sarasota, FL for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/31
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 06/02
Wednesday 06/03
Thursday 06/04
$137
Friday 06/05
Saturday 06/06
$155
Sunday 06/07
$140
Monday 06/08
$130
Tuesday 06/09
$137
Wednesday 06/10
$126
Thursday 06/11
$136
Friday 06/12
$152
Saturday 06/13
$157
Sunday 06/14
$133
Monday 06/15
$137
Tuesday 06/16
Wednesday 06/17
$126
Thursday 06/18
$119
Friday 06/19
$116
Saturday 06/20
$132
Sunday 06/21
$128
Monday 06/22
Tuesday 06/23
$155
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
$129
Friday 06/26
Saturday 06/27

The cheapest time to travel from Sarasota, FL to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $119, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $137.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sarasota, FL to Chicago, with $126. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $130.

How to save money travelling from Sarasota, FL to Chicago

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 Chicago 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sarasota, FL to Chicago

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

All bus stations and stops in Sarasota, FL and Chicago

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

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

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

FAQs about the Sarasota, FL to Chicago bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $116 and takes 28h 20m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $116 and $234. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

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

Every day, the Sarasota, FL to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 28h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $137. 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 Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Sarasota, FL starts at 3:50 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 Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Sarasota, FL for Chicago starts at 8:05 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 Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Sarasota, FL to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus. 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 Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Sarasota, FL and Chicago 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.

What can I take with me on the Sarasota, FL to Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

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 4 daily trips between Sarasota, FL and Chicago. 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 Chicago?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Sarasota, FL and Chicago 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 Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Sarasota, FL and to Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Sarasota, FL and to Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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