What is the cheapest way to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ocala and St. Petersburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocala to St. Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at 4Th St N + 4Th Ave N via Lakeland and Gateway Mall - Shelter - 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Ocala to St. Petersburg?

The distance between Ocala and St. Petersburg is 165 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ocala to St. Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 57m and costs $140 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Ocala to St. Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocala to St. Petersburg bus from?

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

Where does the Ocala to St. Petersburg bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ocala to St. Petersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocala to St. Petersburg is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Ocala to St. Petersburg.

Where can I stay near St. Petersburg?

There are 2121+ hotels available in St. Petersburg.

Ocala to St. Petersburg - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ocala to Ruskinbus Houston
2. Take the taxi from Ruskin to St. Petersburgtaxi
2h 57m
$149–192
Drive 118.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ocala to St. Petersburgcar 118.4 mi
2h 2m
$22–32
Bus, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
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 3m
$54–75

Ocala to St. Petersburg by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

6h 3mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Ocala, FL, USA and St. Petersburg, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop to 4Th St N + 4Th Ave N via Lakeland and Gateway Mall - Shelter - 1 in around 6h 3m.

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