What is the cheapest way to get from Ocala to Sarasota?

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to Sarasota is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ocala to Sarasota?

The fastest way to get from Ocala to Sarasota is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and Sarasota?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to Sarasota. However, there are services departing from Ocala and arriving at Bradenton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Ocala to Sarasota?

The distance between Ocala and Sarasota is 167 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ocala to Sarasota without a car?

The best way to get from Ocala to Sarasota without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Ocala to Sarasota?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Ocala to Sarasota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to Sarasota bus from?

Ocala to Sarasota bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Ocala station.

Where does the Ocala to Sarasota bus arrive?

Ocala to Sarasota bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Bradenton station.

Can I drive from Ocala to Sarasota?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to Sarasota is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Ocala to Sarasota.

Where can I stay near Sarasota?

There are 3504+ hotels available in Sarasota.

Ocala to Sarasota - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Ocala to Sarasota by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ocala to Bradentonbus Houston
3h 5m
$99–132
Drive 145.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ocala to Sarasotacar 145.3 mi
2h 29m
$27–39
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocala to Orlando Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MCO - SRQ
4h 20m
$340–772
Bus via Ocala, FL
1. Take the bus from Ocala, FL to Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Stationbus Tallahassee / ...
4h 33m
$79–123

Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Ocala, FL, USA and Sarasota, FL, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Ocala to Bradenton once daily. Tickets cost $50–70 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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