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

The cheapest way to get from Sarasota to Lakeland is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sarasota to Lakeland is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Sarasota and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Sarasota to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Fruitville Rd @ N Lime Ave and arriving at Bartow Rd. & E. Lime St. via Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center, Tampa Bus Station and Polk County Courthouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Sarasota to Lakeland?

The distance between Sarasota and Lakeland is 131 miles. The road distance is 77.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sarasota to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs $20 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Sarasota to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarasota to Lakeland bus from?

Sarasota to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center station.

Where does the Sarasota to Lakeland bus arrive?

Sarasota to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sarasota to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarasota to Lakeland is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Sarasota to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 288+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Sarasota to Lakeland - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sarasota to Lakeland by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus Greyhound US0770S
6h 17m
$20–32
Drive 77.3 mi
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1. Drive from Sarasota to Lakelandcar 77.3 mi
1h 27m
$14–20
Bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Winter Haven Terminal to Park & Ride at Rose St.bus 12
6h 43m
$22–32
Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop to Orlando, FLbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 39m

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Fruitville Rd @ N Lime Ave to Bartow Rd. & E. Lime St. via Cattlemen Transit Station, Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center, Tampa Bus Station, and Polk County Courthouse in around 6h 17m.

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