Skip the shuttle lines and get from SRQ to Anna Maria Island in an air-conditioned private transfer. Reliable drivers meet you at arrivals with a nameplate and door-to-door service, making travel to the island straightforward and practical.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out of Sarasota-Bradenton airport into heat that smells faintly of salt and citrus, and within minutes a driver with a neat nameplate slips you into an air-conditioned van. The road west to Anna Maria Island moves across low wetlands and mangrove channels; gulls wheel over shallow flats while the Gulf lies just out of sight until the causeway opens the view.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; it's a seated motorized transfer rather than a hike or trek.
Wildlife
History
Anna Maria Island began as a small fishing settlement in the late 1800s and grew slowly into a low-rise island community known for cottages and small commercial pockets.
Conservation
The island supports sensitive dune and seagrass habitats; stick to designated access points, respect posted nesting areas and avoid driving on beaches to protect shorebirds and turtle nests.
Reserve your spot on the Sarasota Airport (SRQ) to Anna Maria island - Round-Trip Transfer today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Provide full flight details
Enter your arrival and departure flight numbers so the driver can track delays and meet you on time.
Request child seats in advance
Child and infant seats are available but must be requested when booking to ensure proper fit.
Pack for van space
Measure oversized gear—surfboards or multiple bikes may need advance notice or extra fittings.
Choose off-peak pickup times
Arrive outside late-afternoon weekend windows during high season to avoid bridge and beach traffic.
Government ID and flight confirmation
Needed for check-in and to help the driver verify your booking at pickup.
Light wind layer or cardigan
Air-conditioned vehicles can feel chilly, especially in winter months or for young children.
winter
Phone with charger
Helps coordinate with the driver and use maps on arrival.
Sun protection (hat/sunscreen)
If you plan to head straight to the beach after arrival, have sun protection handy.
summer