Bus Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL: Compare prices and save money

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 for the next days.

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$53

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$72

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	16h 15m	7:45 PM	Sarasota, FL	Cattleman Transfer Center	12:00 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/18/2025 7:45:00 PM to Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m
FlixBus	12h 5m	7:45 PM	Sarasota, FL	Cattleman Transfer Center	7:50 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/18/2025 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
FlixBus	9h 0m	4:05 PM	Sarasota, FL	Cattleman Transfer Center	1:05 AM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:05:00 PM to Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 5m	7:45 PM	Sarasota, FL	Cattleman Transfer Center	7:50 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station		Economy	$72	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/23/2025 7:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 7:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
	FlixBus	6h 50m	6:15 PM	Sarasota, FL	Cattleman Transfer Center	1:05 AM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station		Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/23/2025 6:15:00 PM to Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  9h 0m
  
  0
  
  4:05 PM
  
  Sarasota, FL
  Cattleman Transfer Center
  
  8:25 PM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Florida Mall
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Cattleman Transfer Center, Sarasota, FL (USA) at 12/20/2025 4:05:00 PM to Florida Mall, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  2h 10m
  
  0
  
  10:55 PM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Gainesville, FL
  Rosa Parks Transfer station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 12/20/2025 10:55:00 PM to Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $21

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL is $50 on 12/16/2025. 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. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 buses from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sarasota, FL and Gainesville, FL, with 1 offers.

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

Compare all providers like FlixBus 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 $50!

Cheapest Bus	$50
Fastest Bus	6h 50m
Earliest Bus	4:05 PM
Latest Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	160.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL

Every day, 2 buses from 1 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 12/17/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

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$53

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$72

Wednesday 12/24

$67

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Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

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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 $53, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $72.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sarasota, FL to Gainesville, FL, with $53. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

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.

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.

Bus Stop

Cattleman Transfer Center

Porter Way 5951

Cattlemen Rd

Cattlemen Rd Bus Stop

Rosa Parks Transfer station

SE 3rd St 700

Greyhound Bus Station

Northeast 23rd Avenue 101

North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop

Westgate Plaza Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

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 $50 and takes 16h 15m 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 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $50 and $73. 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 FlixBus and takes 6h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $73. 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 4:05 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 7:45 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. 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.

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?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sarasota, FL and to Gainesville, FL

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