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

The cheapest way to get from The Villages to Ocala is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from The Villages to Ocala is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between The Villages and Ocala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from The Villages to Ocala?

The distance between The Villages and Ocala is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from The Villages to Ocala without a car is to bus which takes 40 min and costs $7 - $10.

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

The bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop takes 40 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the The Villages to Ocala bus from?

The Villages to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the The Villages to Ocala bus arrive?

The Villages to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from The Villages to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between The Villages to Ocala is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from The Villages to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 176+ hotels available in Ocala.

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There are 3 ways to get from The Villages to Ocala by bus (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
40 min
$7–10
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from The Villages to Ocalacar 22.2 mi
31 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Villages to Ocalataxi 22.2 mi
31 min
$75–95

The Villages to Ocala by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Amtrak operates a bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 40 min.

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