How do I get from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Sarasota without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

The travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota is about 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take 3h 15m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 170 miles (274 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Sarasota?

Fort Lauderdale and Sarasota are 170 miles (274 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

Most of the buses traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota leave from Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave and arrive at Cattlemen Transfer Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $33.

How much does a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota cost?

The bus ticket costs $43 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $33 and $123, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota Bus Tickets

TodayApr 24

from $31

TomorrowApr 25

from $32

SatApr 26

from $32

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 25 at 7:50am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Arrival time: April 25 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Sarasota
Destination location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 25 at 9:40am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: April 25 at 1:05pm
Destination city: Sarasota
Destination location: Sarasota / Bradenton, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: April 25 at 9:45am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Arrival time: April 25 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Sarasota
Destination location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 10m
Departure time: April 25 at 9:40am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: April 25 at 1:05pm
Destination city: Sarasota
Destination location: Sarasota / Bradenton, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: April 25 at 11:50am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Arrival time: April 25 at 4:00pm
Destination city: Sarasota
Destination location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 10m

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Bus Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$43

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure7:50am

Distance167 miles (268 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about missed buses due to lack of communication regarding time changes and bus numbers. Additionally, some passengers reported instances of scamming by the driver, where they were asked for additional payment despite having valid boarding passes. These incidents resulted in uncomfortable trips and negative experiences with the company.

FlixBus Fort Lauderdale Sarasota recent customer reviews

Was not made aware of time change or a different bus number and I missed my bus even though I was at stop for over an hour

Keeley B.

July 17, 2023

Never ride with this company. Driver was literally scamming people, having them pay him to get on the bus because he “could not find their name on the bus list.” But passengers had their boarding pass and proof of purchase. Driver was very rude and just made the whole trip uncomfortable. Don’t ever ride with Flixbus.

Anthony V.

March 6, 2023

It was a safe and confortable trip.

Jaime D.

August 5, 2023

RedCoach

4/53,895 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.7

RedCoach is a US-based bus company that has become popular for offering comfortable, affordable rides in Florida and Texas, with fewer stops between destinations. They have three different bus classes: first-class, executive and economy, each one of them offering different amenities and conveniences. First-class and executive buses have fewer seats, which are extra wide, recline up to 140 degrees, and there's extra legroom, offering extra pleasant rides. In all classes, you can find high-quality services, seats designed to provide extra comfort, free Wi-FI, power outlets and bathrooms. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your tickets up to three hours before the travel date for free.

RedCoach Fort Lauderdale Sarasota recent customer reviews

It was nice and convenient, the assigned seat was a bit strange. I got the last row which was right by the bathroom ( a little bit of a odor) and the bus was not even 1/3 filled

Robert S.

November 15, 2024

Smooth ride, quick trip.

Gisela L.

May 26, 2024

Journey was smooth and fast.

Wayne C.

January 25, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Fort Lauderdale Sarasota recent customer reviews

Would be much more efficient and less stressful if the driver announced departure times from various stops - only announced departure time at penultimate stop - the others he just said “very soon” so we’d we’re scared to go to the toilet or find refreshments since he refused to give a departure time and we didn’t want to get left behind. Very unfriendly driver who couldn’t crack a smile

Imelda R.

December 31, 2018

The bus came at the station 30min late. No excuses for the delay by the staff. Staff wasnt really pleasant. Seats was inconfortable.

Laure L.

February 24, 2018

Bus was old and dirty. Seat in front of me was broken and lady kept leaning backwards into me.

Evelyn G.

November 19, 2017

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Sarasota?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A - Fort Lauderdale International Airport

B - Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave

C - Greyhound Station

D - Port Everglades Terminal 21

E - Port Everglades Cruise Terminal

F - Port Everglades Cruise Port

Stops in Sarasota

A - Cattlemen Transfer Station

B - Cattlemen Rd

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fort Lauderdale - Sarasota

How do I get from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?
How far is Fort Lauderdale from Sarasota?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?
How much does a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota cost?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/22

$34

04/23

$36

Today

$31

04/25

$32

04/26

$32

04/27

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The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota was searched and found on Apr 24, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $49 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-04-25.

Usually REDCOACH FLORIDA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 Fort Lauderdale and Sarasota!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota.

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

Did you know?

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Sarasota?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fort Lauderdale - Sarasota

How do I get from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Sarasota?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota?

How much does a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota cost?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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