What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

The fastest way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $110 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Simons Island and Sarasota?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota. However, there are services departing from Brunswick and arriving at Ringling Blvd @ East Ave via Orlando Bus Station and Cattlemen Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

The distance between Saint Simons Island and Sarasota is 299 miles. The road distance is 317.2 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota without a car is to bus which takes 9h 33m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Simons Island to Sarasota bus from?

Saint Simons Island to Sarasota bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Brunswick station.

Bus or fly from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

The best way to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $110 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Saint Simons Island to Sarasota bus arrive?

Saint Simons Island to Sarasota bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Simons Island to Sarasota is 317 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota.

Where can I stay near Sarasota?

There are 3846+ hotels available in Sarasota.

Saint Simons Island to Sarasota - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Saint Simons Island to Sarasota by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Fly from Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
best
1. Fly from Brunswick Golden Isles Airport (BQK) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane BQK - SRQ
5h 13m
$111–441
Drive 315.4 mi
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1. Drive from Saint Simons Island to Sarasotacar 315.4 mi
5h 42m
$58–84
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Brunswick to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2434
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2421
9h 33m
$99–141
Bus, train, Amtrak Thruway
1. Take the bus from Brunswick to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain
3. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stopbus
12h 39m
Drive to Savannah, fly
1. Drive from Saint Simons Island to Savannah (SAV)car
2. Fly from Savannah (SAV) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane SAV - SRQ
5h 50m
$105–573
Bus via Jacksonville
1. Take the bus from Brunswick to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Wildwood Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wildwood to Bradentonbus
12h 45m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brunswick to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
12h 49m
$200–305

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport (BQK) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) flights

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Distance: 297.1 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Saint Simons Island, GA, USA and Sarasota, FL, USA?

Delta flies from Brunswick Golden Isles Airport (BQK) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Saint Simons Island to Ringling Blvd @ East Ave via Brunswick, Orlando Bus Station, Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center, and Cattlemen Transit Station in around 9h 33m.

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