- Must visit
The Ringling
Major art museum with European paintings, circus collections, gardens, and the Ringlings' historic estate on Sarasota Bay.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€58
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, while a bus costs an average of €51.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-19.27. The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
The table below shows live departures for Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 AM Daytona Beach, FL | 7h50 | 12:40 PM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 AM Daytona Beach, FL | 7h45 | 12:40 PM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Daytona Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL buses use the Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot) to Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Daytona Beach, FL and Sarasota, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot) is 7 km from Daytona Beach city centre. Public transport options include:
Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available inside the Tanger Outlets.
Wi-Fi is available at Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot). ATMs are aTMs available at the Tanger Outlets.
Ticket office support is available at Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot).
Available at Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Daytona Beach, Cornerstone Blvd ("Tanger Outlets" parking lot): Wheelchair accessible pathways available.
Daytona Beach, S Ridgewood Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available inside the station. ATMs are available at Daytona Beach, S Ridgewood Ave (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Daytona Beach, S Ridgewood Ave (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Daytona Beach, S Ridgewood Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Daytona Beach, S Ridgewood Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station is 8 km from Sarasota city centre. Public transport options include:
Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station. ATMs are available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station.
Ticket office support is available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station.
Available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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