Find coaches from Gainesville, GA to Sarasota

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Sarasota

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$258Average duration16h 35m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$212 - US$333Average duration1d 14h
71kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to Sarasota

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sarasota. The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
16h 35mAverage duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville, GA to Sarasota: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$140
Average bus trip duration16h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:14
Distance487 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Gainesville to Sarasota Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, GA - Sarasota

  1. How far is Sarasota from Gainesville by coach?

    The journey from Gainesville to Sarasota by coach covers an approximate distance of 487 miles (785 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Gainesville to Sarasota without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Sarasota was searched and found on 23 Aug 2025 with a price of US$245

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

You can expect to pay from US$245 to US$245 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$245, which is on 2025-08-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gainesville and Sarasota!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gainesville to Sarasota, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Gainesville to Sarasota will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gainesville to Sarasota, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Sarasota?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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