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The Ringling
Major art museum with European paintings, circus collections, gardens, and the Ringlings' historic estate on Sarasota Bay.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from West Palm 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 West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 2 buses from West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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.

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Buses from West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM West Palm Beach | 8h30 | 4:55 PM Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station | 1 transfer | |
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![]() | 4:40 AM West Palm Beach, FL | 8h00 | 12:40 PM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 AM West Palm Beach, FL | 8h00 | 1:40 PM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major art museum with European paintings, circus collections, gardens, and the Ringlings' historic estate on Sarasota Bay.
Marine science center with local sea life exhibits and touch tanks, ideal for learning about Sarasota Bay ecology.
Contemporary art museum on the New College campus with rotating exhibitions, sculpture, and free admission.
Popular white-sand beach area for sunsets, swimming, and strolling, with broad views and easy public beach access.
Downtown bayfront park with marina views, public art, waterfront walks, lawns, and frequent community events.
Walkable downtown district lined with shops, galleries, and historic buildings, useful for exploring Sarasota on foot.
Florida stone crab claws are served chilled with mustard sauce during the Gulf season and are a classic regional seafood specialty on the Suncoast.
Grouper sandwich features fresh Gulf grouper, often grilled or fried on a bun, and is a staple catch-of-the-day meal along Florida's west coast.
Smoked mullet is a traditional Florida fish preparation with rich smoky flavor, long tied to Gulf fishing communities and old fish camps.
Casual local seafood spot known for fresh Gulf fish, oysters, and a lively market-style setting near downtown.
Upscale downtown steakhouse and seafood restaurant with a classic clubby atmosphere and strong wine and cocktail focus.
Refined waterfront restaurant on Lido Key serving polished seafood and steaks in an elegant dining room.
Moderate for Florida beach travel: hotels can be pricey in season, but dining ranges widely and most transport costs are manageable with a car.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or café service if no tip is included.
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Most West Palm Beach, FL to Sarasota, FL buses use the West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St to Sarasota, Cattlemen Transfer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare West Palm Beach, FL and Sarasota, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food options within short walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St. ATMs are available at West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St.
Ticket office support is available at West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St.
Available at West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Palm Beach, S Tamarind Ave / Datura St: Wheelchair accessible sidewalks.
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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