163 miles
From Florida to Texas via the shortest route - you would pass through... Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
It's 2,605 miles from Tallahassee, Florida, to Sacramento,California, if you take the shortest route.
Ft. Walton Beach and Sarasota are both on the Gulf, but there is not a straight shot down the coast to get between the two. The most efficient route is I-10E and I-75S. That route covers 488 miles and takes 8hr and 3 minutes. This assumes no traffic delays.
Approximately 8 hours north of Sarasota, Florida, along Interstate 95, you would reach the city of Richmond, Virginia. This route takes you through various states along the East Coast. Richmond is known for its rich history and cultural attractions.
I-95 south to Jacksonville I-75 south to Tampa
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN, to Miami, FL, is 1,790 miles.
Sarasota is approximately 150 miles southwest of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The drive typically takes around 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and the chosen route. The most common route is via I-75 North and I-295.
Shortest route is 18 hours 59 minutes long
The most convenient bus route from Tampa Airport to Sarasota is the Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) Route 100X. This express bus service runs directly from the airport to downtown Sarasota with limited stops along the way.
The shortest route is on I-90 W.
Driving Distance: 131 mi , Duration: 2 hours 3 mins , Route: I-4 W and I-75 S