What is the cheapest way to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid?

The cheapest way to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid?

The fastest way to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Punta Gorda and Lake Placid?

No, there is no direct bus from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid. However, there are services departing from Port Charlotte Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Lake Placid via Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St and Tampa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid?

The distance between Punta Gorda and Lake Placid is 228 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

How do I travel from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid without a car?

The best way to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid without a car is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Punta Gorda to Lake Placid bus from?

Punta Gorda to Lake Placid bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Port Charlotte Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Punta Gorda to Lake Placid bus arrive?

Punta Gorda to Lake Placid bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid?

Yes, the driving distance between Punta Gorda to Lake Placid is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid.

Where can I stay near Lake Placid?

There are 77+ hotels available in Lake Placid.

Punta Gorda to Lake Placid - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Port Charlotte Amtrak Bus Stop to Tampabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Lake Placidbus Greyhound US0740s
7h 22m
$71–106
Drive 61.2 mi
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1. Drive from Punta Gorda to Lake Placidcar 61.2 mi
1h 20m
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Punta Gorda to Lake Placidtaxi 61.2 mi
1h 20m
$130–160

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Distance: 227 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Punta Gorda, FL, USA and Lake Placid, FL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Punta Gorda to Lake Placid via Port Charlotte Amtrak Bus Stop, Tampa, Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Marion Transit Center, and Tampa Bus Station in around 7h 22m.

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