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

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to Dayton is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 14h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ocala to Dayton is to drive and fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $100 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and Dayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to Dayton. However, there are services departing from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Amtrak Station, Jacksonville, Atlanta Bus Station and Northwest Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 31m.

How far is it from Ocala to Dayton?

The distance between Ocala and Dayton is 780 miles. The road distance is 858.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ocala to Dayton without a car is to bus which takes 24h 31m and costs $160 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Ocala to Dayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to Dayton bus from?

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

Where does the Ocala to Dayton bus arrive?

Ocala to Dayton bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Ocala to Dayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to Dayton is 858 miles. It takes approximately 14h 45m to drive from Ocala to Dayton.

Where can I stay near Dayton?

There are 174+ hotels available in Dayton.

Ocala to Dayton - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ocala to Dayton by taxi, plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Taxi to Gainesville Regional Airport, fly to Dayton
best
1. Take the taxi from Ocala to Gainesville-Airport-GNVtaxi
2. Fly from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) to Dayton (DAY)plane GNV - DAY
6h 55m
$226–588
Drive to Orlando Sanford, fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Drive from Ocala to Orlando-Sanford-Airport-SFBcar
2. Fly from Orlando Sanford (SFB) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane SFB - LEX
3. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Daytoncar
6h 12m
$108–450
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
24h 31m
$169–330
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Jacksonvillebus
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Toledotrain
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
39h 1m
$406–897
Drive 853.2 mi
1. Drive from Ocala to Daytoncar 853.2 mi
14h 45m
$156–225

Ocala to Dayton by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

24h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 775.1 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Ocala, FL, USA and Dayton, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Jacksonville, Amtrak Station, JRTC Bay H, Jacksonville, Atlanta Bus Station, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, and Northwest Hub in around 24h 31m.

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