What is the cheapest way to get from Polk City to Gainesville?

The cheapest way to get from Polk City to Gainesville is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Polk City to Gainesville?

The fastest way to get from Polk City to Gainesville is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Polk City and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Polk City to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Winter Haven Transportation Center and arriving at Gainesville via Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Polk City to Gainesville?

The distance between Polk City and Gainesville is 151 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

How do I travel from Polk City to Gainesville without a car?

The best way to get from Polk City to Gainesville without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $180 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Polk City to Gainesville?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Polk City to Gainesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polk City to Gainesville bus from?

Polk City to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Where does the Polk City to Gainesville bus arrive?

Polk City to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Polk City to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Polk City to Gainesville is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Polk City to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 224+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Polk City to Gainesville - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Polk City to Gainesville by taxi, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Polk City to Orlando Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2415 / ...
2h 40m
$185–228
Drive 115.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Polk City to Gainesvillecar 115.2 mi
2h 4m
$21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Orlando Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0770S
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2415 / ...
4h 27m
$102–136

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Polk City, FL, USA and Gainesville, FL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Polk City to Gainesville via Winter Haven Transportation Center and Orlando Bus Station in around 4h 27m.

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