4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 55 m
Buses on 19 Sept
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 5 buses from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus7:001h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center8:40Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus15:151h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center16:55Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:502h20Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL15:10Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:301h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center15:10Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:402h15Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL16:55Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus15:151h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center16:55Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:301h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center15:10Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:001h40Tampa, Marion Transit Center8:40Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:402h15Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL16:55Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:502h20Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL15:10Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.11. The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:00 Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 1h40 | 8:40 Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:50 Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 2h20 | 15:10 Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 1h40 | 15:10 Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:40 Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 2h15 | 16:55 Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 1h40 | 16:55 Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FLYou can travel by bus between Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sarasota, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tampa, FL and Sarasota, FL
Most Tampa, FL to Sarasota, FL buses use the Tampa, Marion Transit Center to Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Tampa, FL and Sarasota, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Tampa, FL station do buses to Sarasota, FL leave from?
Getting to Tampa, Marion Transit Center from Tampa city centre
Tampa, Marion Transit Center bus station facilities and services
Tampa, Marion Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tampa, Marion Transit Center. ATMs are available at Tampa, Marion Transit Center.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tampa, Marion Transit Center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tampa, Marion Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tampa, Marion Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Getting to Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant) from Tampa city centre
Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant) is 13 km from Tampa city centre. Public transport options include:
Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant) bus station facilities and services
Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant). ATMs are available at Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant): Wheelchair accessible facilities.
Which Sarasota, FL station do buses from Tampa, FL arrive at?
Getting to Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station from Sarasota city centre
Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station is 8 km from Sarasota city centre. Public transport options include:
Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station bus station facilities and services
Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station. ATMs are available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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