Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL bus

Sun, May 24
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL

Showing times and prices for May 24

Cheapest price

$51

Average price

$61

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 42 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

305 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Miami, FL for Bradenton, FL on Sun, May 24, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:25 AM6h05
    Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL
    12:30 PMSarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM5h30
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    8:00 PMSarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM6h00
    Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL
    8:00 PMSarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:55 AM5h35
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    12:30 PMSarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM4h55
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    3:25 PMSarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, flight, and train for Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $371.

Distance: 189 miles (305 km)

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Train
Driving

$51

Average price

Cheapest

$431

Average price

$72

Average price

$54

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

10h 24m

Average total duration

9h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is a bus with an average price of $51 (€41).

This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL:

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL costing on average $72 (€59).

A bus is $380 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL costing on average $431 (€349).

The fastest way to travel from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Bradenton, FL take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 0m.

Train takes on average 9h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Miami, FL and Bradenton, FL including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:40AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
10h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$155
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
5h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:45AM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
Pinkbus
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$70
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
03:25PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
03:25PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
03:25PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:25AM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$62
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:35PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
6h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$86
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
5h45
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
6h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
11:40PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
Pinkbus
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$96
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
12:00AM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
12:40AM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40

Live departures

Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL bus times

The table below shows live departures for Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBus6:30 PM Miami, FL
5h30
12:00 AM Bradenton, FL0 transfersDirect
FlixBus7:00 PM Miami, FL
5h40
12:40 AM Bradenton, FL0 transfersDirect
Sunday, May 24
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 AM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL
6h05
12:30 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:55 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
5h35
12:30 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:45 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
5h15
2:00 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
Pinkbus9:00 AM Miami, International Airport
4h05
1:05 PM Sarasota, Commercial Way (Gas Station "Mobil"), FL0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 AM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL
5h25
3:25 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
4h55
3:25 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:55 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL
4h30
3:25 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:35 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL
6h25
8:00 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL

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Buses from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 4h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
189 miles (305 km)
Average bus duration
6h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$38 (€31)
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
6:25 AM
Last bus
11:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradenton, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL can start from as little as $38 (€31) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is $51 (€41) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is 4h 55m to travel the 189 miles (305 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL leaves at 6:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL leaves at 11:25 PM.
A trip to Bradenton, FL from Miami, FL is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Miami, FL and Bradenton, FL including taking a bus, flight, and train.
No, the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
No, luggage for the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL.
Since neither Miami, FL nor Bradenton, FL are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Bradenton, FL, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on beaches. Common scams include overcharging by unlicensed taxi or rideshare drivers and timeshare sales pressure tactics. It's important to stay aware of surroundings, avoid leaving valuables unattended, and use official transportation services to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Miami, FL to Bradenton, FL

Miami
Bradenton
Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
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Miami, Golden Glades Station
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Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace)
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