12 & 15 Passenger Van Rental in Sarasota–Bradenton, FL

The Sarasota–Bradenton area draws teams to IMG Academy and spring training, and families to Siesta Key, Lido Key and Anna Maria Island. The beaches are spread along a string of barrier islands, which is exactly where one shared van beats a convoy.

Traveling as a team, church or organization? See group van rentals.

Our Sarasota location is tied to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) and, like every Nation Van Rentals location, offers 24/7 customer support with pickup available 24/7. Rent one van or up to 15 in a single request, subject to availability.

Popular group trips from Sarasota

• Siesta Key & Lido Key beaches
• Anna Maria Island
• Spring training at LECOM Park & Ed Smith Stadium
• Downtown Sarasota & St. Armands Circle
• IMG Academy

Driving in and around Sarasota

• The Sunshine Skyway Bridge (I-275) between Manatee County and St. Petersburg is a toll bridge. Tolls incurred during a rental are billed at the actual amount, with no toll administration fee (toll policy).
• Island parking at Siesta Key and Anna Maria fills early on weekends and holidays; arriving early matters more with a larger vehicle.
• Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through November 30.

Airports serving Sarasota

This location is tied to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Other airports in the region: Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Rental customers arriving by air at SRQ can use our complimentary 24/7 shuttle from the airport to their Sarasota pickup location. Shuttle pickup instructions are included in your reservation confirmation email. Tell us your flight when you book.

Nearby cities and campuses

Rentals here often start or end in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Longboat Key, Palmetto or Ellenton. Area campuses include IMG Academy, Ringling College of Art and Design and New College of Florida. Delivery to your address can be requested — delivery rates →

How pickup works in Sarasota

Off-airport pickup. Your pickup location and instructions will be confirmed before arrival. Pickup is arranged in advance and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; our offices are not continuously staffed, so your reservation confirmation email includes pickup instructions — where the van is, how to get the keys and what to bring.

12 & 15 passenger van options

One self-drive van, set up for 12 or 15 passengers, at one rate — you or another approved driver on your rental agreement drives. The 12-passenger setup is ideal for groups wanting passenger capacity with additional room for luggage; the 15-passenger setup is ideal for maximizing passenger capacity. A high roof is available — $95/day per high-roof van for the first 6 days, then $55 for each additional day — subject to availability. High-roof options include Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, subject to location and availability. Passenger and luggage guidance →

Vehicle make, model, color, roof height, features, seating configuration and exact appearance may vary based on location, rental dates and availability.

Pricing in Sarasota

Base rental pricing per van is consistent across Nation Van Rentals locations: $249 for 1 day, $199/day for 2–4 days and $175/day for 5–7 days. Additional days are $135 each for Days 8–15, then $90 each from Day 16. Extended-rental savings → · Full pricing → · Book in Sarasota →

Base rental prices per van. A mandatory $45 cleaning fee per van (once per rental), taxes and any selected add-ons or services are additional. 100 miles included per rental day per van. Airport Location Fee — $65 per van, per rental. It is not charged when your van is delivered directly to your address. Rental requirements → · Cancellation policy →

One-way, long-term and delivery from Sarasota

One-way rentals between Sarasota–Bradenton, FL, and another Nation Van Rentals location can be requested; they are subject to availability and approval and carry a separate one-way fee (how one-way works). Extended rentals earn lower pricing on additional days — long-term details. Door-to-door delivery (drop-off at the start) and collection (pickup at the end) are available on request for an additional charge and require prior approval.

Questions about Sarasota rentals