The cheapest and fastest buses from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sarasota, FL for Jacksonville, FL on Fri, May 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 01 the direct buses cover the 344 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Fri, May 01 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
12:45 AM11h15Sarasota, FL12:00 PMJacksonville, FL$591One-way0 transfers
12:45 AM11h15Sarasota, FL12:00 PMJacksonville, FL$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a bus costs an average of $57.
Distance: 213 miles (344 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$117 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest |
10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $85 |
Live departures
Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL buses for today, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 11h40 | 7:45 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 30 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 AM Sarasota, FL | 11h15 | 12:00 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Buses from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:58, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 6:58 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Sarasota County Area Transit from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FLYou can travel by bus between Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, FL with Sarasota County Area Transit for as low as $47 (€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 Jacksonville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sarasota, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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