What is the cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel?

The cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel?

The fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between St. Petersburg and Sanibel?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Petersburg station to Sanibel. However, there are services departing from Psta Grand Central Station and arriving at Fort Myers via Downtown Station and Bradenton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from St. Petersburg to Sanibel?

The distance between St. Petersburg and Sanibel is 144 miles. The road distance is 128.5 miles.

How do I travel from St. Petersburg to Sanibel without a car?

The best way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel without a car is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St. Petersburg to Sanibel bus from?

St. Petersburg to Sanibel bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Bradenton station.

Where does the St. Petersburg to Sanibel bus arrive?

St. Petersburg to Sanibel bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Fort Myers station.

Can I drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibel?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Petersburg to Sanibel is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibel.

Where can I stay near Sanibel?

There are 3710+ hotels available in Sanibel.

St. Petersburg to Sanibel - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 9 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bradenton to Fort Myersbus Houston
5h 3m
$105–150
Drive 127.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibelcar 127.8 mi
2h 25m
$24–34
Line 9 bus, Amtrak Thruway, taxi
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station - G to Gateway Mall - Shelter - 4bus 9
2. Take the bus from St. Petersburg to Fort Myers, FLbus
3. Take the taxi from Fort Myers, FL to Sanibeltaxi
5h 57m
$117–162

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between St. Petersburg, FL, USA and Sanibel, FL, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Bradenton to Fort Myers once daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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