What is the travel distance from Tallahassee to Sarasota?

About 239 miles (386 km) separate Tallahassee and Sarasota.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tallahassee to Sarasota?

The majority of buses traveling from Tallahassee to Sarasota start their journey at Flying J and wind up at Cattlemen Transfer Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Tallahassee to Sarasota from $62 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tallahassee to Sarasota on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05pm	Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)	11h 35m	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tallahassee to Sarasota on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05pm	Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)	11h 35m	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:20am	Tallahassee FSU, FL	6h 20m	4:40pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	Fastest
	Bus	10:00am	Tallahassee Downtown	6h 40m	4:40pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	No tags

Next departures for Tallahassee to Sarasota on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:20am	Tallahassee FSU, FL	6h 20m	3:40pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05pm	Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)	11h 35m	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Tallahassee Downtown	6h 40m	3:40pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	No tags

Next departures for Tallahassee to Sarasota on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05pm	Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)	11h 35m	8:40am	Cattlemen Transfer Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35am	Tallahassee FSU, FL	6h 20m	1:55pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	Fastest
	Bus	12:35pm	Tallahassee FSU, FL	6h 20m	6:55pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	No tags
	Bus	8:05am	Flying J	7h 15m	3:20pm	Sarasota	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Tallahassee Downtown	6h 40m	1:55pm	Sarasota / Bradenton, FL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:07 PM EST.

Get from Tallahassee to Sarasota

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

248 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

RedCoach

4/54,064 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

Customers have noted that the drivers are generally personable and attentive to riders. However, there was an instance where a driver almost left despite being aware of a passenger's presence and having taken their bags.

RedCoach Tallahassee Sarasota recent customer reviews

Overall good, I just don’t like the fact that the driver was aware of me being onsite, took my bags, asked my name, and still tried to leave me

Jules D.

October 12, 2022

The driver was very personable and was attentive to the riders

Joyce K.

June 30, 2024

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $137 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Greyhound

3.5/587,378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,349 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Tallahassee and Sarasota?

Stops in Tallahassee

A - Flying J

B - Tallahassee FSU, FL

C - Tallahassee Downtown, FL

D - Greyhound Station

Stops in Sarasota

A - Cattlemen Transfer Station

B - Cattlemen Rd

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tallahassee to Sarasota by bus

What is the travel distance from Tallahassee to Sarasota?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tallahassee to Sarasota?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$81

11/16

$100

Today

$92

11/18

$115

11/19

$92

11/20

$116

11/21

$124

11/22

$116

The cheapest trip from Tallahassee to Sarasota was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tallahassee to Sarasota, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $150 for a bus ticket from Tallahassee to Sarasota based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $92 which is on 2025-11-19.