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Sarasota to Bradenton Bus Schedule
Bus from Sarasota to Bradenton: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Sarasota to Bradenton. Traveling by bus from Sarasota to Bradenton usually takes around one hour, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 12 mi (19 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $20.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Sarasota to Bradenton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sarasota to Bradenton. Tornado 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 0h 30m | $20.00 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sarasota to Bradenton
The bus takes an average of one hour to cover the 12 miles from Sarasota to Bradenton. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Bradenton. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
There is usually only one bus per day from Sarasota to Bradenton. It leaves the station in Sarasota at 11:00am 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 bus leave from in Sarasota?
Main departure station: 3070 17th St
The bus 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.
All bus stations in Sarasota:
3070 17th St
Where does the bus arrive in Bradenton?
Main arrival station: Los Laureles
All buses from Sarasota arrive at one main station in Bradenton.
All bus stations in Bradenton:
Los Laureles
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