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Trains from Sarasota to Orlando

🚂 If you're looking to travel from Sarasota to Orlando by train, you have a few options available. The distance between the two cities is around 217-223 km, and the travel time can vary from 4 hours 53 mins to 5 hours 25 mins, depending on the route you choose. 🚌 One common route involves taking a bus towards Orlando as part of your train journey. The Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach, known as the San Francisco Shuttle, departs from Sarasota and arrives at the Orlando Station. The bus ride typically takes around 4 hours before you continue your train journey. 🚍 For a slightly different route with a transfer, you can take two buses on your journey. The first bus from N Lemon Ave @ 2nd St in Bradenton will take you to 13th St W @ 6th Ave W in about an hour. After that, catch the San Francisco Shuttle in Bradenton for a 3 hours 25 mins ride to Orlando Station, also operated by Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach.

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  • Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach, in partnership with San Francisco Shuttle, provides bus services from Sarasota to Orlando as part of the train route. The journey takes around 4-5 hours, depending on the specific route chosen, and includes a transfer in some cases. Passengers can book these connecting services through Amtrak's website for a seamless travel experience between Sarasota and Orlando.
  • The fastest train route between Sarasota and Orlando is Route 2, which takes approximately 4 hours and 53 minutes to complete the journey. This route covers a distance of 223.7 km and involves a bus transfer via the San Francisco Shuttle operated by Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach. Travelers looking for a quicker option can choose Route 2 for a more efficient and time-saving travel experience between the two cities.
  • There are three different train routes available for traveling from Sarasota to Orlando. Each route offers varying travel times and distances, with options for direct routes or ones with transfers. Travelers can choose between these three train options, which include combinations of bus services with Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach and Manatee County Area Transit, to reach their destination efficiently and comfortably.
  • The first bus/train option leaves Sarasota early in the morning to head towards Orlando, providing travelers with an early start for their journey. The last bus/train option departs later in the day, giving passengers the flexibility to choose a more convenient time to travel. Travelers can check the specific schedules provided by Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach and Manatee County Area Transit to plan their trip accordingly and ensure they catch the first or last service of the day.
  • There are no direct train trips between Sarasota and Orlando. The available routes require a transfer via bus before reaching Orlando Station. Travelers will need to take the bus operated either by Amtrak Chartered Motorcoach or Manatee County Area Transit from Sarasota to Orlando as part of the journey. Despite the transfer, the seamless coordination between the train and bus services offers a convenient travel option for passengers making the trip between Sarasota and Orlando.

Will you be returning to Sarasota by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Orlando to Sarasota

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