What is the cheapest way to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach?

The fastest way to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach?

The distance between Lake City and Fort Walton Beach is 272 miles. The road distance is 267.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 14h 42m and costs $160 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lake City and Fort Walton Beach?

Fort Walton Beach is 1h behind Lake City. It is currently 7:05 PM in Lake City and 6:05 PM in Fort Walton Beach.

Can I drive from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake City to Fort Walton Beach is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach.

Where can I stay near Fort Walton Beach?

There are 6266+ hotels available in Fort Walton Beach.

Lake City to Fort Walton Beach - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach 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
5h 52m
$104–407
Drive 266.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake City to Fort Walton Beachcar 266.3 mi
4h 28m
$49–71
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 Fort Walton Beachtaxi
14h 42m
$166–251
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 23m
$106–452

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

18Weekly Planes

3h 42mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.2 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Lake City, FL, USA and Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lake City to Fort Walton Beach. 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 Fort Walton Beach. 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 Fort Walton Beach.

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