What is the cheapest way to get from Florida to Port Charlotte?

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Port Charlotte is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Port Charlotte?

The fastest way to get from Florida to Port Charlotte is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Port Charlotte?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Port Charlotte. However, there are services departing from Newnan St + Ashley St and arriving at Port Charlotte via Jacksonville, Gainesville, Marion Transit Center and Tampa Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Florida to Port Charlotte?

The distance between Florida and Port Charlotte is 313 miles. The road distance is 273.3 miles.

How do I travel from Florida to Port Charlotte without a car?

The best way to get from Florida to Port Charlotte without a car is to bus and Amtrak Thruway via Gainesville which takes 10h 13m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Florida to Port Charlotte?

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Florida to Port Charlotte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Port Charlotte bus from?

Florida to Port Charlotte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Where does the Florida to Port Charlotte bus arrive?

Florida to Port Charlotte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gainesville station.

Can I drive from Florida to Port Charlotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Port Charlotte is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Florida to Port Charlotte.

Where can I stay near Port Charlotte?

There are 733+ hotels available in Port Charlotte.

Florida to Port Charlotte - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and Amtrak Thruway

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There are 5 ways to get from Florida to Port Charlotte by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, Amtrak Thruway via Gainesville
best
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus
2. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Port Charlottebus
10h 13m
$75–116
Drive 271.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Port Charlottecar 271.7 mi
5h 10m
$50–72
Train, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Port Charlottebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 56m
$102–200
Train, Amtrak Thruway via Lakeland (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Port Charlottebus
11h 2m
$102–205
Bus, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Port Charlottebus
12h 12m
$107–165

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Distance: 311.6 mi
Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Florida, USA and Port Charlotte, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Newnan St + Ashley St to Port Charlotte via JRTC Bay J, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Marion Transit Center, Nebraska Av @ Twiggs St, Tampa Union Station, and Port Charlotte in around 10h 13m.

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