What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda?

The fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Placid and Punta Gorda?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda. However, there are services departing from Lake Placid and arriving at Port Charlotte via Marion Transit Center and Tampa Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda?

The distance between Lake Placid and Punta Gorda is 231 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda without a car is to bus and Amtrak Thruway which takes 7h 24m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Placid to Punta Gorda bus from?

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

Where does the Lake Placid to Punta Gorda bus arrive?

Lake Placid to Punta Gorda bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Placid to Punta Gorda is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda.

Where can I stay near Punta Gorda?

There are 616+ hotels available in Punta Gorda.

Lake Placid to Punta Gorda - 3 ways to travel via bus, Amtrak Thruway, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus, Amtrak Thruway
best
1. Take the bus from Lake Placid to Tampa Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0740s
2. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Port Charlottebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 24m
$70–105
Drive 61.5 mi
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1. Drive from Lake Placid to Punta Gordacar 61.5 mi
1h 20m
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Placid to Punta Gordataxi 61.5 mi
1h 20m
$130–160

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Distance: 229.7 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Lake Placid to Punta Gorda via Tampa Bus Station, Marion Transit Center, Nebraska Av @ Twiggs St, Tampa Union Station, and Port Charlotte in around 7h 24m.

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