What is the cheapest way to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda?

The cheapest way to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda?

The fastest way to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Sarasota and Punta Gorda?

No, there is no direct bus from Sarasota to Punta Gorda. However, there are services departing from Fruitville Rd @ N Euclid Ave and arriving at Port Charlotte via Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Sarasota to Punta Gorda?

The distance between Sarasota and Punta Gorda is 59 miles. The road distance is 49 miles.

How do I travel from Sarasota to Punta Gorda without a car?

The best way to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda without a car is to Amtrak Thruway which takes 2h 22m and costs $29 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarasota to Punta Gorda bus from?

Sarasota to Punta Gorda bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sarasota to Punta Gorda bus arrive?

Sarasota to Punta Gorda bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Port Charlotte station.

Can I drive from Sarasota to Punta Gorda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarasota to Punta Gorda is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Sarasota to Punta Gorda.

Where can I stay near Punta Gorda?

There are 563+ hotels available in Punta Gorda.

Sarasota to Punta Gorda - 4 ways to travel via Amtrak Thruway, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sarasota to Punta Gorda by bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus

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Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop to Port Charlottebus
2h 22m
$30–40
Drive 48.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sarasota to Punta Gordacar 48.7 mi
1h 2m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sarasota to Punta Gordataxi 48.7 mi
1h 2m
$130–160
Line 17 bus, line 09 bus
1. Take the bus from S Osprey Ave @ Osprey Ct to Venice Train Depotbus 17
2. Take the bus from Venice Train Depot to S Sumter Blvd @ S Tamiami Trlbus 09
3h 4m
$36–46

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Distance: 58.9 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Sarasota, FL, USA and Punta Gorda, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop to Port Charlotte once daily. Tickets cost $14–20 and the journey takes 1h.

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