What is the cheapest way to get from Florida to Sanibel?

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Sanibel is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Sanibel?

The fastest way to get from Florida to Sanibel is to drive which takes 5h 59m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Sanibel?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Sanibel. However, there are services departing from Newnan St + Ashley St and arriving at Cape Coral Transfer Center via Jacksonville, Orlando Bus Station and Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Florida to Sanibel?

The distance between Florida and Sanibel is 391 miles. The road distance is 312.3 miles.

How do I travel from Florida to Sanibel without a car?

The best way to get from Florida to Sanibel without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 2m and costs $160 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Florida to Sanibel?

It takes approximately 11h 2m to get from Florida to Sanibel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Sanibel bus from?

Florida to Sanibel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Where does the Florida to Sanibel bus arrive?

Florida to Sanibel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Florida to Sanibel?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Sanibel is 312 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Florida to Sanibel.

Where can I stay near Sanibel?

There are 3701+ hotels available in Sanibel.

Florida to Sanibel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Florida to Sanibel by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
11h 2m
$160–277
Drive 310.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Sanibelcar 310.4 mi
5h 59m
$57–82
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2433 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
11h 19m
$100–166
Bus via Wildwood
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Wildwood Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Wildwood to Fort Myersbus Houston
11h 21m
$167–233

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Distance: 388.8 mi
Duration: 11h 2m

What companies run services between Florida, USA and Sanibel, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Newnan St + Ashley St to Sanibel via JRTC Bay J, Jacksonville, Orlando Bus Station, Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr, and Cape Coral Transfer Center in around 11h 19m.

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