What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Ocala?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Ocala is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Ocala?

The fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Ocala is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Placid and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Placid to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Lake Placid and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Winter Haven Terminal and Lakeland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Lake Placid to Ocala?

The distance between Lake Placid and Ocala is 172 miles. The road distance is 153.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Placid to Ocala without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Placid to Ocala without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Lake Placid to Ocala?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Lake Placid to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Placid to Ocala bus from?

Lake Placid to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lake Placid station.

Where does the Lake Placid to Ocala bus arrive?

Lake Placid to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Lake Placid to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Placid to Ocala is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Lake Placid to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 191+ hotels available in Ocala.

Lake Placid to Ocala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Placid to Ocala by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sebring Station to Lakelandtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 56m
$132–191
Drive 152.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Placid to Ocalacar 152.5 mi
2h 55m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Placid to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0740s
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 25m
$41–70

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Lake Placid, FL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Lake Placid to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Winter Haven Terminal and Lakeland in around 7h 25m.

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