What is the cheapest way to get from Lake City to Destin?

The cheapest way to get from Lake City to Destin is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake City to Destin?

The fastest way to get from Lake City to Destin is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Lake City to Destin?

The distance between Lake City and Destin is 279 miles. The road distance is 253.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lake City to Destin without a car?

The best way to get from Lake City to Destin without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 14h 55m and costs $180 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Lake City to Destin?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Lake City to Destin, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lake City and Destin?

Destin is 1h behind Lake City. It is currently 1:07 PM in Lake City and 12:07 PM in Destin.

Can I drive from Lake City to Destin?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake City to Destin is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Lake City to Destin.

Where can I stay near Destin?

There are 6142+ hotels available in Destin.

Lake City to Destin - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake City to Destin by bus, plane, taxi, or car

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Bus to Valdosta, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Lake City Bus Station to Valdostabus
2. Fly from Valdosta (VLD) to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)plane VLD - VPS
6h 4m
$118–421
Drive 252.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake City to Destincar 252.4 mi
4h 37m
$47–67
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Lake City Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Mobile to Crestviewbus
3. Take the taxi from Crestview to Destintaxi
14h 55m
$184–275
Bus to Jacksonville, fly
1. Take the bus from Lake City Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus
2. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)plane JAX - VPS
7h 36m
$121–476

Valdosta (VLD) to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) flights

18Weekly Planes

3h 42mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.9 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Lake City, FL, USA and Destin, FL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lake City to Destin. However, you can take the bus to Valdosta, take the taxi to Valdosta (VLD) airport, fly to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), then take the taxi to Destin. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Mobile Bus Station, walk to Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station, take the line 9 bus to Govt Near Royal St, walk to Mobile, take the bus to Crestview, then take the taxi to Destin.

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