What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Lake Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Lake Wales. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at N. 1st St. & W. Stuart Ave. via Orlando Bus Station, Winter Haven Terminal and Eagle Ridge Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Lake Wales?

The distance between Gainesville and Lake Wales is 169 miles. The road distance is 139.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gainesville to Lake Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 52m and costs $150 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Lake Wales bus from?

Gainesville to Lake Wales bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gainesville station.

Where does the Gainesville to Lake Wales bus arrive?

Gainesville to Lake Wales bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gainesville to Lake Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Lake Wales is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Gainesville to Lake Wales.

Where can I stay near Lake Wales?

There are 226+ hotels available in Lake Wales.

Gainesville to Lake Wales - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gainesville to Lake Wales by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2415 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Poinciana to Lake Walestaxi
4h 52m
$151–192
Drive 138.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to Lake Walescar 138.9 mi
2h 33m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2415 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0770S
7h 12m
$29–43

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Gainesville, FL, USA and Lake Wales, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Gainesville to N. 1st St. & W. Stuart Ave. via Orlando Bus Station, Winter Haven Terminal, and Eagle Ridge Mall in around 7h 12m.

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