What is the cheapest way to get from The Villages to Alachua?

The cheapest way to get from The Villages to Alachua is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Villages to Alachua?

The fastest way to get from The Villages to Alachua is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $13 - $20.

How far is it from The Villages to Alachua?

The distance between The Villages and Alachua is 79 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

How do I travel from The Villages to Alachua without a car?

The best way to get from The Villages to Alachua without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 38m and costs $130 - $170.

How long does it take to get from The Villages to Alachua?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from The Villages to Alachua, including transfers.

Can I drive from The Villages to Alachua?

Yes, the driving distance between The Villages to Alachua is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from The Villages to Alachua.

Where can I stay near Alachua?

There are 244+ hotels available in Alachua.

The Villages to Alachua - 2 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from The Villages to Alachua by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from The Villages to Ocalataxi
2. Take the bus from Ocala to Gainesville - UFbus
3. Take the taxi from Gainesville - UF to Alachuataxi
1h 38m
$130–166
Drive 74.5 mi
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1. Drive from The Villages to Alachuacar 74.5 mi
1h 24m
$14–20

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between The Villages, FL, USA and Alachua, FL, USA?

There is no direct connection from The Villages to Alachua. However, you can take the taxi to Ocala, take the bus to Gainesville - UF, then take the taxi to Alachua. Alternatively, you can drive from The Villages to Alachua in around 1h 24m.

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