What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Orlando and Sarasota?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota. However, there are services departing from Orlando, FL and arriving at Fruitville Rd @ Halton Pl via Fruitville Rd @ Paramount Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

The distance between Downtown Orlando and Sarasota is 126 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota without a car is to Amtrak Thruway which takes 5h 12m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Orlando to Sarasota bus from?

Downtown Orlando to Sarasota bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando, FL station.

Bus or fly from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

The best way to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $270 - $750. Alternatively, you can Amtrak Thruway, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Downtown Orlando to Sarasota bus arrive?

Downtown Orlando to Sarasota bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Orlando to Sarasota is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota.

Where can I stay near Sarasota?

There are 3171+ hotels available in Sarasota.

Downtown Orlando to Sarasota - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Orlando to Sarasota by plane, bus (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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best
1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MCO - SRQ
2h 58m
$272–704
Drive 128.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Orlando to Sarasotacar 128.4 mi
2h 15m
$24–34
Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 12m
$53–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Orlando to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2421
5h 52m
$45–83

Downtown Orlando to Sarasota by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

5h 12mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Downtown Orlando, FL, USA and Sarasota, FL, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Orlando, FL to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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