The cheapest and fastest buses from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL without transferring at least once.
10:19 AM5h21Sarasota, FL3:40 PMHollywood, FL$351One-way1 transfer
4:20 PM4h50Sarasota, FL9:10 PMHollywood, FL$351One-way1 transfer
4:20 PM4h50Sarasota, FL9:10 PMHollywood, FL$351One-way1 transfer
10:19 AM5h21Sarasota, FL3:40 PMHollywood, FL$351One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $497.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $497 Average price | $72 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 42m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 10h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $447 (€366) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL costing on average $497 (€407).
Other travel options to Hollywood, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 41m.
Flight takes on average 13h 42m.
You'll arrive about -1h -4m sooner (4h 8m by bus vs 4h 4m by car) and save roughly $-6.94 (€-5.68) compared to fuel and tolls ($50 (€41) vs $43 (€35)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sarasota County Area Transit | Departure Time 10:19AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h21 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Sarasota County Area Transit | Departure Time 10:52AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Sarasota County Area Transit | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Sarasota County Area Transit | Departure Time 04:26PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 PM Sarasota, FL | 4h20 | 1:20 AM Hollywood, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:19 AM Sarasota, FL | 5h21 | 3:40 PM Hollywood, FL | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Sarasota County Area Transit to find the best option for your trip from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Sarasota County Area Transit to find the best option for your trip from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL
Buses from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 6:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Sarasota County Area Transit from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FLYou can travel by bus between Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound, Sarasota County Area Transit for as low as $46 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL
Most Sarasota, FL to Hollywood, FL buses use the Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station to Hollywood, Sheridan Street (Tri-Rail Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sarasota, FL and Hollywood, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station from Sarasota city centre
Getting to Hollywood, Sheridan Street (Tri-Rail Station) from Hollywood city centre
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