What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Orlando and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Orlando to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Orlando, FL and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Lakeland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

The distance between Downtown Orlando and Ocala is 153 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Orlando to Ocala without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Orlando to Ocala bus from?

Downtown Orlando to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando, FL station.

Where does the Downtown Orlando to Ocala bus arrive?

Downtown Orlando to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland station.

Can I drive from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Orlando to Ocala is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Downtown Orlando to Ocala.

How do I get a bus ticket from Downtown Orlando to Ocala?

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Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 199+ hotels available in Ocala.

Downtown Orlando to Ocala - 4 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Orlando to Ocala by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, shuttle, or train

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Amtrak Thruway, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 25m
$48–75
Drive 78.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Orlando to Ocalacar 78.1 mi
1h 19m
$15–21
Line 11 bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from S Orange Ave & S Lucerne Cir W to Orlando International Airportbus 11
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle Orlando Airport
3h 8m
$72
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Orlando to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 29m
$49–89

Downtown Orlando to Ocala by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

5h 25mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Downtown Orlando, FL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Orlando, FL to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Lakeland in around 5h 25m.

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