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How to get fromOcala to Palatkaby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ocala to Palatka by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to Jacksonvillebus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Palatka Stationtrain train Silver Meteor / ...
    4h 43m

  2. Drive  54 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ocala to Palatkacar car 54 mi
    1h 9m
    $10–14

  3. Bus, train via Orlando

    1. Take the bus from Ocala Bus Stop to Orlando Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the train from LYNX Central to DeLandtrain train
    3. Take the train from Deland to Palatka Stationtrain train
    5h 39m
    $45–70

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  • Distance: 162.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 43m

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

There is no direct connection from Ocala to Palatka. However, you can take the bus to Jacksonville, walk to Jacksonville, then take the train to Palatka Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ocala Bus Stop to Palatka Station via Orlando Bus Station, John Young Pkwy & Amelia St, N Garland Ave & W Amelia St, LYNX Central, and Deland in around 5h 39m.

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