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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala is to train and fly and taxi which takes 4h 5m and costs $180 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Broward Boulevard/Southeast 1st Avenue and arriving at Ocala via Fort Lauderdale Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala is 302 miles. The road distance is 278.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala without a car is to train and bus via Meadow Woods which takes 6h 15m and costs $120 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala, including transfers.

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

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Fort Lauderdale Airport station.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Ocala bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Ocala station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale to Ocala is 278 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala.

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

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Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 187+ hotels available in Ocala.

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala by train, bus, shuttle, car, plane, or taxi

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Train, bus via Meadow Woods
best
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale to Orlandotrain Blfm
2. Take the bus from Orlando RedCoach Station to Ocalabus Miami–Tallahassee via Orlando
6h 15m
$121–267
Drive 276.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale to Ocalacar 276.5 mi
4h 36m
$51–73
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Orlandobus FlixBus 2411 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle Orlando Airport
6h 16m
$104–125
Train to Miami International Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport, taxi
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
3. Take the taxi from Gainesville-Airport-GNV to Ocalataxi
4h 5m
$184–466
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Ocalabus Miami–Tallahassee via Orlando / ...
7h 11m
$112–193
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Lakelandtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 3m
$96–182
Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Orlando, shuttle
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando (MCO)plane FLL - MCO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
5h 4m
$322–673
Train to Miami International Airport, fly to Orlando, shuttle
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 a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
5h 30m
$674–1,176

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala by train and bus (Amtrak)

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8h 3mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.8 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

RedCoach operates a bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Ocala 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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