How can I travel from Sarasota to Tampa without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Tampa without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Tampa from Sarasota by bus?

Traveling from Sarasota to Tampa takes around 1h 35m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles (69 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Sarasota to Tampa?

Sarasota and Tampa are 43 miles (69 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Sarasota to Tampa start their journey at Cattlemen Transfer Station and wind up at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Sarasota to Tampa?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Sarasota to Tampa by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $19.

How much are the bus tickets from Sarasota to Tampa?

The bus ticket costs $21 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $19 and $62, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Sarasota to Tampa?

Yes, a day trip from Sarasota to Tampa is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 2h. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Tampa before making your way back to Sarasota.

Sarasota to Tampa Bus Tickets

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from $12

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Cheap buses leaving Thursday

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 1 at 2:00pm
Departure city: Sarasota
Departure location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 3:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 1:10pm
Departure city: Sarasota
Departure location: Sarasota / Bradenton, FL
Arrival time: May 1 at 2:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 3801 USF Holly Drive
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h
Departure time: May 1 at 12:35pm
Departure city: Sarasota
Departure location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 2:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m
Departure time: May 1 at 1:10pm
Departure city: Sarasota
Departure location: Sarasota / Bradenton, FL
Arrival time: May 1 at 2:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 3801 USF Holly Drive
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h
Departure time: May 1 at 4:05pm
Departure city: Sarasota
Departure location: Cattlemen Transfer Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 5:40pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 35m

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Bus Sarasota to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21

Average bus trip duration1h 35m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure12:05pm

Distance44 miles (70 km)

Latest bus departure10:50pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,391 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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 Sarasota Tampa recent customer reviews

Comfortable and on time but the stop wasn’t easy to locate no signage on the pickup point behind the gas station in Sarasota.

Gene P.

April 4, 2024

No refunds.

Susan S.

February 17, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/586,943 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 Sarasota Tampa recent customer reviews

The staff was friendly and professional, the trip was without incident. The bus however was in poor repair. I switched seats 3 times ans the electrical outlets were both loose to the point of my chargerr plug falling out, and dead, meaning no current thru the outlet. Also, wifi signal died 5 minutes out of the station and i never got connected through out the entire trip

Michael O.

October 28, 2017

In time and perfect travel

Veronica P.

March 16, 2022

Missed flight never again

Gerry W.

April 18, 2019

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 Sarasota and Tampa?

Stops in Sarasota

A - Cattlemen Transfer Station

B - Cattlemen Rd

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sarasota - Tampa

How can I travel from Sarasota to Tampa without a car?
How long does it take to get to Tampa from Sarasota by bus?
What is the travel distance from Sarasota to Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sarasota to Tampa?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Sarasota to Tampa?
How much are the bus tickets from Sarasota to Tampa?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Sarasota to Tampa?

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

Best price found

04/22

$14

04/23

$14

Today

$14

04/25

$14

04/26

$12

04/27

$31

04/28

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04/29

$12

The cheapest trip from Sarasota to Tampa was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $49 for a bus ticket from Sarasota to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-04-29.

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.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Sarasota to Tampa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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