What is the cheapest way to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala?

The cheapest way to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala?

The fastest way to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Daytona Beach and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Daytona Beach station to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Daytona Beach Bus Station and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via JRTC Bay H and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Daytona Beach to Ocala?

The distance between Daytona Beach and Ocala is 205 miles. The road distance is 75.5 miles.

How do I travel from Daytona Beach to Ocala without a car?

The best way to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala without a car is to bus which takes 6h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Daytona Beach to Ocala bus from?

Daytona Beach to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Daytona Beach Bus Station.

Where does the Daytona Beach to Ocala bus arrive?

Daytona Beach to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Daytona Beach to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Daytona Beach to Ocala is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Daytona Beach to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 185+ hotels available in Ocala.

Daytona Beach to Ocala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Daytona Beach to Ocala by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, train, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Daytona Beach Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus Greyhound US0710s
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 16m
Drive 75 mi
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1. Drive from Daytona Beach to Ocalacar 75 mi
1h 36m
$14–20
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from DeLand to Sand Lake Roadtrain SunRail
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle Orlando Airport
7h 24m
$79–81

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Daytona Beach, FL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Daytona Beach Bus Station to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Jacksonville, JRTC Bay H, Amtrak Station, and Jacksonville in around 6h 16m.

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