The cheapest and fastest trains from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jacksonville, FL for North Sarasota, FL on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 17 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 8 h 17 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.
10:58 AM8h17Jacksonville, FL7:15 PMNorth Sarasota, FL$731One-way0 transfers
10:58 AM8h17Jacksonville, FL7:15 PMNorth Sarasota, FL$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, 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 bus which can get you there in 6h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a bus costs an average of $53.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL costing on average $78 (€63).
Other travel options to North Sarasota, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 24m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€59) compared to roughly $50 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.77 (€-19.14). The journey takes 7h 24m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:58 AM Jacksonville, FL | 8h17 | 7:15 PM North Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL
Trains from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 8h 17m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 17m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 3:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jacksonville, FL and North Sarasota, FL from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at North Sarasota, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jacksonville, FL to North Sarasota, FL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
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