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

The cheapest way to get from Sarasota to Tampa is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sarasota to Tampa is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Sarasota and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Sarasota to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from Fruitville Rd @ N Lime Ave and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Sarasota to Tampa?

The distance between Sarasota and Tampa is 80 miles. The road distance is 52.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sarasota to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $11 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Sarasota to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarasota to Tampa bus from?

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

Where does the Sarasota to Tampa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sarasota to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarasota to Tampa is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Sarasota to Tampa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sarasota to Tampa?

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Sarasota to Tampa - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421
2h 53m
$12–18
Drive 52.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sarasota to Tampacar 52.5 mi
1h 6m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sarasota to Tampataxi 52.5 mi
1h 6m
$140–170
Bus via Fruitville Rd @ Cattlemen Rd (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop to Tampabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 59m

Sarasota to Tampa by bus (Flixbus)

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2h 53mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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