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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Petersburg to Ocala. However, there are services departing from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive and arriving at Ocala Bus Stop via Tampa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from St. Petersburg to Ocala?

The distance between St. Petersburg and Ocala is 186 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Petersburg to Ocala without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs $27 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from St. Petersburg to Ocala, including transfers.

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

St. Petersburg to Ocala bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, depart from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive station.

Where does the St. Petersburg to Ocala bus arrive?

St. Petersburg to Ocala bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, arrive at Marion Transit Parking Lot station.

Can I drive from St. Petersburg to Ocala?

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

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ocala.

St. Petersburg to Ocala - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from St. Petersburg to Ocala by bus (Flixbus) or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Marion Transit Parking Lotbus 100
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Ocala Bus Stopbus FlixBus N2467
5h 13m
$27–42
Drive 118.5 mi
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1. Drive from St. Petersburg to Ocalacar 118.5 mi
2h 2m
$22–32

St. Petersburg to Ocala by bus

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Ocala Bus Stop via Marion Transit Parking Lot and Tampa Bus Station in around 5h 13m.

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