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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from McAllen to Sarasota. Traveling by coach from McAllen to Sarasota usually takes around 38 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus coach can make the trip in 31 hours,
| Distance | 972 mi (1563 km) |
| Shortest duration | 31h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £172.00 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from McAllen to Sarasota?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from McAllen to Sarasota. El Expreso Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 1d 13h 53m | £172.00 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a McAllen to Sarasota trip is £172 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 37 hours and 53 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 38 hours to cover the 972 miles from McAllen to Sarasota. However, the fastest coach only takes 31 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Sarasota at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one coach per day from McAllen to Sarasota. It leaves the station in McAllen at 12:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Sarasota
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A culturally-rich alternative to the nearby theme parks of Orlando, Sarasota's Gulf Coast location is hard to resist. It became the winter base for many well-to-do families in the early twentieth century, during which time much of the town developed a subtle Italian feel.
Not only is the climate similar to what you might experience in southern Italy, but many of Sarasota's buildings were constructed to resemble the country's renaissance masterworks too. A good example is the Ringling family's Ca' d'Zan Venetian-style mansion.
The Ringlings made their money from circuses before giving their name to the much-celebrated John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. It contains 21 galleries of European paintings, archaeological artifacts, and American art totaling 10,000 objects.
With weather so fine, you'll probably be looking with more than half an eye at Sarasota's numerous excellent resorts and beaches, many of which lie on a group of keys within the city limits. Bonus: our research ranked Sarasota as the #3 cheapest Spring Break destination, so you can soak up the sun on the cheap.
Arriving in Sarasota is equally easy thanks to its Cattleman Transfer Centre and Fruitville Road bus stations. Between them, travelers can connect by bus everywhere from Tampa to Tucson. Amtrak also operates a Thruway bus service from the defunct Sarasota rail station to Tampa for onward connections by train on the Silver Service. This service runs between Miami and New York City via Washington, D.C.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in McAllen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 1501 W Highway 83
Most coaches depart from the main station in McAllen.
All coach stations in McAllen:
1501 W Highway 83
Where does the coach arrive in Sarasota?
Main arrival station: 3070 17th St
The coach stop at 3070 17th Street is right in front of La Sabrosita Taqueria and Tortilleria- a delicious Mexican restaurant with queso for days. There's even a La Sabrosita Ice Cream right next door! Carriers like Tornado Bus mostly use this area as a bus stop on the way to Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and more.
Coach stations in Sarasota:
3070 17th St
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