What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua is to train and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $110 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale and Alachua?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua. However, there are services departing from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride and arriving at Gainesville Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Alachua is 340 miles. The road distance is 326.9 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua without a car is to train and bus via Meadow Woods which takes 6h 49m and costs $140 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale to Alachua bus from?

Fort Lauderdale to Alachua bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride station.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Alachua bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Alachua bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Gainesville Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale to Alachua is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua.

How do I get a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua?

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Where can I stay near Alachua?

There are 273+ hotels available in Alachua.

Fort Lauderdale to Alachua - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua by train, plane, bus, car, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

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Train to Miami International Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport
best
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Station to Miami Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)plane MIA - GNV
3h 39m
$114–371
Drive 325 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale to Alachuacar 325 mi
5h 22m
$60–86
Train, bus via Meadow Woods
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to Orlandotrain Blfm
2. Take the bus from Orlando RedCoach Station to Gainesville - UFbus Miami–Tallahassee via Orlando / ...
6h 49m
$146–302
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to West Palm Beachtrain Blfm
2. Take the bus from West Palm Beach, FL to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Drbus Miami
7h 33m
$142–250
Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Orlando, bus
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando (MCO)plane FLL - MCO
2. Take the bus from Orlando RedCoach Station to Gainesville - UFbus
6h 36m
$341–735
Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Jacksonville, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane FLL - JAX
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus
3. Take the taxi from Gainesville to Alachuataxi
7h 14m
$184–840
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Gainesville Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0630
7h 33m
$84–138
Bus via Santa Fe (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2410 / ...
7h 36m
$94–144

Miami International Airport (MIA) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) flights

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Distance: 338.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and Alachua, FL, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Gainesville Bus Stop once daily, and the journey takes 7h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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How to get fromFort Lauderdale to Alachuaby train, plane, bus, car, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

There are 8 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Alachua by train, plane, bus, car, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

Train to Miami International Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport

Drive 325 mi

Train, bus via Meadow Woods

Train, bus

Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Orlando, bus

Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Jacksonville, bus, taxi

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Bus via Santa Fe (Flixbus)