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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Sarasota to Miami. Traveling by bus from Sarasota to Miami usually takes around 9 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 181 mi (291 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $31.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Sarasota to Miami
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Great driver!!!!! Cons: Everything was great!! No improvement needed! Tips: For the price is great!! Relax and enjoy!!!
5.0
Pros: Smooth and quick! I have never ridden the bus before; what a great experience. Bus driver was very professional and great driver. Cons: Seats were a little stiff and narrow. Didn’t realize we had shades for the windows until almost the end of the ride. Wish we would have been told. Tips: A/C works really well! Bring a jacket.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sarasota to Miami. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 9h 9m | $37.09 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Sarasota to Miami every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Miami usually start from $31.
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 181 miles from Sarasota to Miami. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Sarasota to Miami, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Sarasota to Miami. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sarasota to Miami; ticket prices start at $55.00.
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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.
With its sprawling beaches, beaming sunshine and thriving nightlife, Miami is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States, if not the world. Boasting an incredible 35-mile stretch of beachfront and warm ocean water, Miami is the perfect place to relax and recharge under the sun. And recharge you must, as it is at night when the city really comes to life. Famous for its vibrant bars and nightclubs, Miami will help you dance all your troubles away.
If you are a foodie, you will be delighted to know that Miami is the city with the highest number of restaurants per capita in the U.S., giving you the unique opportunity to treat your tastebuds to fine cuisine from all over the world, including Cuba, Colombia, Russia and Ethiopia. And if you’re a brew connoisseur, keep in mind that Miami has some of the highest-rated beer in the country.
While you’re in Miami, make your way to the Wynwood district and check out the world-famous Wynwood Walls – a growing outdoor art exhibit featuring large-scale works by some of the best-known street artists from around the globe. After that, head over to the Miami Design District for a well-deserved shopping spree.
Most buses depart from the main station in Sarasota.
Cattleman Transfer Ctr - 5951 Porter Way
Image credit: Phillip Pessar
Link to image attributionThe Miami Intermodal Center is the largest ground transportation hub in Miami. It serves as the city’s main Greyhound bus station, as well as a key stop for the metro area’s commuter rail service (Tri-Rail) and Miami’s transit lines (Metrorail and Metrobus). Located right next to the Miami International Airport, the station offers easy airport transfers via the MIA Mover rail service which makes it very convenient for travelers flying in and out of Miami to use ground transportation to get around town. In addition, the Miami Intermodal Center boasts a multi-level rental car facility where you can rent a vehicle from various companies.
Miami Intermodal Ctr - 3801 NW 21 St
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