What is the cheapest way to get from Florida to Lake Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Lake Wales is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Lake Wales?

The fastest way to get from Florida to Lake Wales is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Lake Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Lake Wales. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at N. 1st St. & W. Stuart Ave. via Orlando Bus Station, Winter Haven Terminal and Eagle Ridge Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Florida and Lake Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Florida to Lake Wales station. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Florida to Lake Wales?

The distance between Florida and Lake Wales is 211 miles. The road distance is 194.2 miles.

How do I travel from Florida to Lake Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Florida to Lake Wales without a car is to bus which takes 7h 42m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Florida to Lake Wales?

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Florida to Lake Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Lake Wales bus from?

Florida to Lake Wales bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Jacksonville station.

Where do I catch the Florida to Lake Wales train from?

Florida to Lake Wales train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jacksonville station.

Train or bus from Florida to Lake Wales?

The best way to get from Florida to Lake Wales is to bus which takes 7h 42m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $250 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Florida to Lake Wales bus arrive?

Florida to Lake Wales bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Where does the Florida to Lake Wales train arrive?

Florida to Lake Wales train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Florida to Lake Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Lake Wales is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Florida to Lake Wales.

Where can I stay near Lake Wales?

There are 185+ hotels available in Lake Wales.

Florida to Lake Wales - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Florida to Lake Wales by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2472 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0770S
7h 42m
$49–76
Drive 193.1 mi
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1. Drive from Jacksonville to Lake Walescar 193.1 mi
3h 25m
$36–51
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
8h 8m
$149–245

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 7h 42m

What companies run services between Florida, USA and Lake Wales, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Jacksonville to N. 1st St. & W. Stuart Ave. via Orlando Bus Station, Winter Haven Terminal, and Eagle Ridge Mall in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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