What is the cheapest way to get from Florida to Longboat Key?

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Longboat Key is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Longboat Key?

The fastest way to get from Florida to Longboat Key is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $280 - $650.

How far is it from Florida to Longboat Key?

The distance between Florida and Longboat Key is 133 miles. The road distance is 244 miles.

How do I travel from Florida to Longboat Key without a car?

The best way to get from Florida to Longboat Key without a car is to train and taxi which takes 8h 8m and costs $170 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Florida to Longboat Key?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Florida to Longboat Key, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Florida to Longboat Key?

The best way to get from Florida to Longboat Key is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $280 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Wildwood, which costs and takes 9h 5m.

Can I drive from Florida to Longboat Key?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Longboat Key is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Florida to Longboat Key.

Where can I stay near Longboat Key?

There are 3156+ hotels available in Longboat Key.

Florida to Longboat Key - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Florida to Longboat Key by plane, train, taxi, bus (Amtrak), car, bus (Flixbus), or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MCO - SRQ
2h 59m
$282–607
Drive 242.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Longboat Keycar 242.6 mi
4h 42m
$45–64
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the taxi from Tampa to Longboat Keytaxi
8h 8m
$173–293
Bus via Wildwood
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Wildwood Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Wildwood to Bradentonbus Houston
9h 5m
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2433 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2421
9h 31m
$85–130
Train, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Bradenton-Ellenton, FLbus
9h 49m

Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

57 minAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Florida to Longboat Key.

Launch map view

Distance: 132.6 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Florida, USA and Longboat Key, FL, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State St + Jefferson St to Longboat Key via Amtrak Station, Jacksonville, Wildwood Amtrak Station, Wildwood, and Bradenton in around 9h 5m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.