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

The cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $23 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Petersburg station to Sanibel Island. 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.

How far is it from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island?

The distance between St. Petersburg and Sanibel Island is 143 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island.

Where can I stay near Sanibel Island?

There are 3331+ hotels available in Sanibel Island.

St. Petersburg to Sanibel Island - 3 ways to travel via bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bradenton to Fort Myersbus Houston
5h
$105–145
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Petersburg to Sanibel Islandcar 126.7 mi
2h 22m
$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 Sanibel Islandtaxi
5h 55m
$117–152

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 5h

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