What is the cheapest way to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch?

The cheapest way to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch?

The fastest way to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between The Villages and Lakewood Ranch?

No, there is no direct bus from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch. However, there are services departing from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Bradenton via Wildwood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch?

The distance between The Villages and Lakewood Ranch is 147 miles. The road distance is 129.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Villages to Lakewood Ranch bus from?

The Villages to Lakewood Ranch bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Wildwood station.

Where does the The Villages to Lakewood Ranch bus arrive?

The Villages to Lakewood Ranch bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Bradenton station.

Can I drive from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch?

Yes, the driving distance between The Villages to Lakewood Ranch is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch.

Where can I stay near Lakewood Ranch?

There are 2677+ hotels available in Lakewood Ranch.

The Villages to Lakewood Ranch - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from The Villages to Lakewood Ranch by bus, car, shuttle, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wildwood to Bradentonbus Houston
4h 1m
$89–115
Drive 128.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from The Villages to Lakewood Ranchcar 128.5 mi
2h 17m
$24–34
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lake Sumter Depot to MCO Airport - Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MCO - SRQ
3h 47m
$333–783
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lake Sumter Depot to Tampa International Airport - Red Terminalshuttle The Villages
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2421
5h 38m
$83–112
Bus, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stopbus
6h 21m
$76–111

Orlando (MCO) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Wildwood to Bradenton once daily. Tickets cost $50–65 and the journey takes 2h 17m.

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