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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Wales to Gainesville is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Wales to Gainesville is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Wales and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Wales to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from N. 1st St. & E. Park Ave. and arriving at Gainesville via Eagle Ridge Mall, Winter Haven Transportation Center and Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Lake Wales to Gainesville?

The distance between Lake Wales and Gainesville is 168 miles. The road distance is 139.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Wales to Gainesville without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $150 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Lake Wales to Gainesville, including transfers.

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

Lake Wales to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Where does the Lake Wales to Gainesville bus arrive?

Lake Wales to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lake Wales to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Wales to Gainesville is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Lake Wales to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 239+ hotels available in Gainesville.

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

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

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Lake Wales to Poincianataxi
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2415 / ...
5h 9m
$157–196
Drive 138.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Wales to Gainesvillecar 138.7 mi
2h 34m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Orlando Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0770S
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2415 / ...
7h 14m
$28–46

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from N. 1st St. & E. Park Ave. to Gainesville via Eagle Ridge Mall, Winter Haven Transportation Center, and Orlando Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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