What is the cheapest way to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville?

The cheapest way to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville?

The fastest way to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Siesta Key to Gainesville?

The distance between Siesta Key and Gainesville is 207 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

How do I travel from Siesta Key to Gainesville without a car?

The best way to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $23 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Siesta Key to Gainesville bus from?

Siesta Key to Gainesville bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station.

Where does the Siesta Key to Gainesville bus arrive?

Siesta Key to Gainesville bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand station.

Can I drive from Siesta Key to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Siesta Key to Gainesville is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Siesta Key to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 219+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Siesta Key to Gainesville - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Siesta Key and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Siesta Key to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Ocean Blvd @ Avenida Madera NB and arriving at Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand via Downtown Transfer Station and Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

There are 3 ways to get from Siesta Key to Gainesville by bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station to Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale LemerandMiami-Tallahassee
6h 13m
$24–74
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from Siesta Key to Gainesville184.7 mi
3h 13m
$34–49
Bus via Orlando (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Orlando Bus StationFlixBus 2421
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to GainesvilleFlixBus 2415 / ...
9h 26m
$52–74

Siesta Key to Gainesville by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 13mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.5 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Siesta Key, FL, USA and Gainesville, FL, USA?

RedCoach operates a bus from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station to Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand once daily. Tickets cost $20–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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