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

The cheapest way to get from Lake City to Gainesville is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake City to Gainesville is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Lake City and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake City station to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Lake City Bus Station and arriving at Gainesville via Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Lake City to Gainesville?

The distance between Lake City and Gainesville is 129 miles. The road distance is 46.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake City to Gainesville without a car is to bus which takes 3h 34m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Lake City to Gainesville, including transfers.

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

Lake City to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lake City Bus Station.

Where does the Lake City to Gainesville bus arrive?

Lake City to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Lake City to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake City to Gainesville is 46 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Lake City to Gainesville.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lake City to Gainesville?

Book your Lake City to Gainesville bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 278+ hotels available in Gainesville.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lake City Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus Greyhound US0760S
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2431
3h 34m
$19–31
Drive 46 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake City to Gainesvillecar 46 mi
54 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake City to Gainesvilletaxi 46 mi
54 min
$140–180

Lake City to Gainesville by bus

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3h 34mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Lake City Bus Station to Gainesville via Jacksonville in around 3h 34m.

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