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

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to Clearwater is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ocala to Clearwater is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 23m and costs $190 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and Clearwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to Clearwater. However, there are services departing from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Fort Harrison Ave S + Court St via Lakeland, Gateway Mall - Shelter - 1 and Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Ocala to Clearwater?

The distance between Ocala and Clearwater is 169 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ocala to Clearwater without a car is to bus and Amtrak Thruway which takes 6h 54m and costs $55 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Ocala to Clearwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to Clearwater bus from?

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

Where does the Ocala to Clearwater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ocala to Clearwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to Clearwater is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Ocala to Clearwater.

Where can I stay near Clearwater?

There are 1707+ hotels available in Clearwater.

Ocala to Clearwater - 3 ways to travel via bus, Amtrak Thruway, taxi, and car

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

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Bus, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to St. Petersburgbus
6h 54m
$58–80
Drive 103.1 mi
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1. Drive from Ocala to Clearwatercar 103.1 mi
2h 29m
$19–28
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Ocala to Dade Citybus Houston
2. Take the taxi from Dade City to Clearwatertaxi
2h 23m
$194–242

Ocala to Clearwater by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

6h 54mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.1 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Fort Harrison Ave S + Court St via Lakeland, Gateway Mall - Shelter - 1, and Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - A in around 6h 54m.

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