What is the cheapest way to get from Ocala to Bartow?

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to Bartow is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ocala to Bartow?

The fastest way to get from Ocala to Bartow is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and Bartow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to Bartow. However, there are services departing from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Polk County Courthouse via E. Main St. & Iowa St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Ocala to Bartow?

The distance between Ocala and Bartow is 119 miles. The road distance is 100.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ocala to Bartow without a car?

The best way to get from Ocala to Bartow without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 2m and costs $150 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Ocala to Bartow?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Ocala to Bartow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to Bartow bus from?

Ocala to Bartow bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Ocala to Bartow bus arrive?

Ocala to Bartow bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland station.

Can I drive from Ocala to Bartow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to Bartow is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Ocala to Bartow.

Where can I stay near Bartow?

There are 249+ hotels available in Bartow.

Ocala to Bartow - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ocala to Bartow by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ocala to Plant Citybus Houston
2. Take the taxi from Plant City to Bartowtaxi
2h 2m
$159–207
Drive 100 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ocala to Bartowcar 100 mi
1h 58m
$19–27
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 45m

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Ocala, FL, USA and Bartow, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Lakeland once daily, and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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