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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale and Palmetto?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto station. However, there are services departing from Broward Boulevard/Southeast 1st Avenue and arriving at Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station via Fort Lauderdale Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Palmetto is 237 miles. The road distance is 219 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto.

Where can I stay near Palmetto?

There are 2683+ hotels available in Palmetto.

Fort Lauderdale to Palmetto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Stationbus Miami
5h 25m
$107–173
Drive 217.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale to Palmettocar 217.7 mi
3h 49m
$40–58
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the taxi from Tampa to Palmettotaxi
5h 36m
$175–283
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Station to Miami Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MIA - SRQ
5h 1m
$56–370

Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) flights

8Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.1 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

RedCoach operates a bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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