What is the cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale is to bus which costs $30 - $75 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Fort Lauderdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride at Rose St. and arriving at Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride via Winter Haven Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Lakeland and Fort Lauderdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lakeland and arriving at Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

The distance between Lakeland and Fort Lauderdale is 203 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale without a car?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

The train from Lakeland, Departure 91 North Arrival 92 South, Fl (To/From Points South) to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station takes 4h 12m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale bus from?

Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale train from?

Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland station.

Train or bus from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale bus arrive?

Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride station.

Where does the Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale train arrive?

Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?

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Where can I stay near Fort Lauderdale?

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Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
4h 12m
$65–140
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ridebus Greyhound US0740s
7h 27m
$32–72
Drive 210.7 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdalecar 210.7 mi
3h 46m
$39–56
Amtrak Thruway, bus to Tampa, fly to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Marion Transit Center to Airport Rental Car Facilitybus
3. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL)plane TPA - FLL
4h 48m
$129–576
Train to Orlando, fly to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL)plane MCO - FLL
5h 6m
$270–637
Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Miami International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Miami International Airport (MIA)plane TPA - MIA
3. Take the train from Miami Airport Station to Fort Lauderdale Stationtrain
5h 35m
$771–1,129
Train to Orlando, fly to Miami International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Miami International Airport (MIA)plane MCO - MIA
3. Take the train from Miami Airport Station to Fort Lauderdale Stationtrain
5h 50m
$572–1,140

Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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