What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen is to drive which takes 4h and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale and Lake Helen?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen. However, there are services departing from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride and arriving at Village Cafe via Florida Mall and MCO Airport - Terminal A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Lauderdale and Lake Helen?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen. However, there are services departing from Fort Lauderdale and arriving at DeLand via Sand Lake Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Lake Helen is 268 miles. The road distance is 235.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $100 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen bus from?

Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen train from?

Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen train services, operated by Brightline, depart from Fort Lauderdale station.

Train or bus from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $80 - $110. Alternatively, you can train via Meadow Woods, which costs $75 - $200 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando station.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen train arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen train services, operated by Brightline, arrive at Orlando station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen.

Where can I stay near Lake Helen?

There are 110+ hotels available in Lake Helen.

Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to Orlandotrain Blfm
2. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus Groome Transportation
5h 14m
$101–215
Drive 234.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helencar 234.2 mi
4h
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Orlandobus FlixBus 2411 / ...
2. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus Groome Transportation
5h 55m
$83–107
Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando (MCO)plane FLL - MCO
2. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus
4h 43m
$301–655
Train via Meadow Woods
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to Orlandotrain Blfm
2. Take the train from Sand Lake Road to DeLandtrain SunRail
5h 34m
$77–195
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Delandtrain Silver Meteor / ...
6h 8m
$103–200
Train, bus via West Palm Beach
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Station to West Palm Beach Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from West Palm Beach, FL to Orlando - RedCoach Station, FLbus
3. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus
7h 18m
$96–137
Train to Miami International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Station to Miami Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Orlando (MCO)plane MIA - MCO
3. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus
5h 9m
$603–1,158
Train to President Donald J. Trump International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to West Palm Beachtrain
2. Fly from President Donald J. Trump International Airport (PBI) to Orlando (MCO)plane PBI - MCO
3. Take the bus from MCO Airport - Terminal A to Village Cafebus
6h 15m
$433–809

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando (MCO) flights

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Map of how to get from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen.

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Distance: 266.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Lake Helen via Orlando, Florida Mall, Orlando International Airport, MCO Airport - Terminal A, and Village Cafe in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort Lauderdale to Lake Helen via Orlando, Sand Lake Road, and DeLand in around 5h 34m.

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