What is the cheapest way to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach?

The fastest way to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lake City and St. Pete Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake City to St. Pete Beach. However, there are services departing from Lake City and arriving at 5402 Gulf Blvd & 55Th Ave via Manatee Ave E/26Th St E, Downtown Station and 1St Ave N + 32Nd St N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Lake City to St. Pete Beach?

The distance between Lake City and St. Pete Beach is 267 miles. The road distance is 184.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lake City to St. Pete Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach without a car is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake City to St. Pete Beach bus from?

Lake City to St. Pete Beach bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Lake City station.

Where does the Lake City to St. Pete Beach bus arrive?

Lake City to St. Pete Beach bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Bradenton station.

Can I drive from Lake City to St. Pete Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake City to St. Pete Beach is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Lake City to St. Pete Beach.

Where can I stay near St. Pete Beach?

There are 2489+ hotels available in St. Pete Beach.

Lake City to St. Pete Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake City to St. Pete Beach by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lake City to Bradentonbus Houston
7h 1m
$74–106
Drive 183.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake City to St. Pete Beachcar 183.8 mi
3h 53m
$34–49
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Lake City Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain
3. Take the taxi from Tampa to St. Pete Beachtaxi
9h 7m
$160–275

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Lake City, FL, USA and St. Pete Beach, FL, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Lake City to Bradenton once daily. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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