What is the cheapest way to get from Clearwater to Ocala?

The cheapest way to get from Clearwater to Ocala is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clearwater to Ocala?

The fastest way to get from Clearwater to Ocala is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Clearwater and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Clearwater to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Park St Terminal - Platform - H and arriving at Ocala Bus Stop via Northwest Transfer Center and Tampa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Clearwater to Ocala?

The distance between Clearwater and Ocala is 194 miles. The road distance is 103.9 miles.

How do I travel from Clearwater to Ocala without a car?

The best way to get from Clearwater to Ocala without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $120 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Clearwater to Ocala?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Clearwater to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clearwater to Ocala bus from?

Clearwater to Ocala bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, depart from Park St Terminal - Platform - H station.

Where does the Clearwater to Ocala bus arrive?

Clearwater to Ocala bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, arrive at North West Transfer Center Tampa station.

Can I drive from Clearwater to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Clearwater to Ocala is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Clearwater to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 204+ hotels available in Ocala.

Clearwater to Ocala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Clearwater to Ocala by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Ocala Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0799 / ...
6h 18m
$120–167
Drive 103.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Clearwater to Ocalacar 103.3 mi
2h 30m
$18–26
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Park St Terminal - Platform - H to North West Transfer Center Tampabus 78
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transfer Center to Marion Transit Centerbus 30
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Ocala Bus Stopbus
6h 43m
$31–46

Clearwater to Ocala by bus

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.1 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Clearwater, FL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Park St Terminal - Platform - H to Ocala Bus Stop via Northwest Transfer Center and Tampa Bus Station in around 6h 43m.

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