What is the cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key?

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key?

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Longboat Key?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Longboat Key. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Airport Cir @ Bradenton Connector Ns via Fruitville Rd @ Paramount Dr and Downtown Transfer Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Longboat Key?

The distance between Lakeland and Longboat Key is 108 miles. The road distance is 82 miles.

How do I travel from Lakeland to Longboat Key without a car?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and taxi which takes 2h 51m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Longboat Key bus from?

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

Where does the Lakeland to Longboat Key bus arrive?

Lakeland to Longboat Key bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Longboat Key?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Longboat Key is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Lakeland to Longboat Key.

Where can I stay near Longboat Key?

There are 4764+ hotels available in Longboat Key.

Lakeland to Longboat Key - 3 ways to travel via Amtrak Thruway, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lakeland to Longboat Key by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Amtrak Thruway, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Bradenton-Ellenton, FLbus
2. Take the taxi from Bradenton-Ellenton, FL to Longboat Keytaxi
2h 51m
$86–112
Drive 81.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lakeland to Longboat Keycar 81.5 mi
1h 35m
$15–22
Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stopbus
4h 25m
$72–101

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Distance: 107.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Longboat Key, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Lakeland to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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