What is the cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport?

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport?

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport is to train and fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $110 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Gulfport?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Gulfport. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Gulfport Transit Center via Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Tampa Bus Station, Tallahassee, Mobile Bus Station and Biloxi Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Lakeland and Gulfport?

No, there is no direct train from Lakeland station to Gulfport. However, there are services departing from Lakeland Amtrak Station and arriving at Gulfport Amtrak Sta via Cary, Greensboro and New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 59m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Gulfport?

The distance between Lakeland and Gulfport is 482 miles. The road distance is 564.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lakeland to Gulfport without a car?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and bus which takes 17h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lakeland to Gulfport?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Lakeland to Gulfport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Gulfport bus from?

Lakeland to Gulfport bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland station.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Gulfport train from?

Lakeland to Gulfport train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Lakeland to Gulfport?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Gulfport is to Amtrak Thruway and bus which takes 17h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $900 - $1,500 and takes 41h 59m.

Where does the Lakeland to Gulfport bus arrive?

Lakeland to Gulfport bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa Union Station.

What is the time difference between Lakeland and Gulfport?

Gulfport is 1h behind Lakeland. It is currently 4:49 AM in Lakeland and 3:49 AM in Gulfport.

Where does the Lakeland to Gulfport train arrive?

Lakeland to Gulfport train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Gulfport?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Gulfport is 564 miles. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Lakeland to Gulfport.

How do I get a train ticket from Lakeland to Gulfport?

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Where can I stay near Gulfport?

There are 432+ hotels available in Gulfport.

Lakeland to Gulfport - 6 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lakeland to Gulfport by bus, plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT)plane TPA - GPT
4h 58m
Drive 560.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lakeland to Gulfportcar 560.8 mi
10h 13m
$96–139
Amtrak Thruway, bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
3. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Mobile Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to Biloxi Transit Centerbus
17h 24m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Carytrain
2. Take the train from Cary to Greensborotrain
3. Take the train from Greensboro to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
4. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain
41h 59m
$917–1,454
Train to Orlando, fly
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT)plane MCO - GPT
5h 17m
$114–443
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Mobile Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to Biloxi Transit Centerbus
22h 58m

Lakeland to Gulfport by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

41h 59mAverage Duration

$917Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.8 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Gulfport, MS, USA?

You can take a bus from Lakeland to Gulfport Transit Center via Tampa Union Station, Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Tampa Bus Station, Tallahassee, Mobile Bus Station, and Biloxi Transit Center in around 17h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Gulfport Amtrak Sta via Cary, Greensboro, and New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal in around 41h 59m.

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