What is the cheapest way to get from Venice to Lake City?

The cheapest way to get from Venice to Lake City is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Venice to Lake City?

The fastest way to get from Venice to Lake City is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Venice and Lake City?

No, there is no direct bus from Venice station to Lake City station. However, there are services departing from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station and arriving at Lake City Bus Station via University of South Florida, Rosa Parks RTS Downtown Station and Gainesville Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Venice to Lake City?

The distance between Venice and Lake City is 251 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Venice to Lake City without a car?

The best way to get from Venice to Lake City without a car is to bus which takes 7h 57m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Venice to Lake City?

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Venice to Lake City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venice to Lake City bus from?

Venice to Lake City bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station.

Where does the Venice to Lake City bus arrive?

Venice to Lake City bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr station.

Can I drive from Venice to Lake City?

Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Lake City is 238 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Venice to Lake City.

Where can I stay near Lake City?

There are 28+ hotels available in Lake City.

Venice to Lake City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and Amtrak Thruway

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There are 3 ways to get from Venice to Lake City by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the bus from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Drbus
2. Take the bus from University of South Florida to Gainesvillebus
3. Take the bus from Gainesville Bus Stop to Lake City Bus Stationbus
7h 57m
$95–142
Drive 236.6 mi
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1. Drive from Venice to Lake Citycar 236.6 mi
3h 54m
$44–63
Amtrak Thruway, bus
1. Take the bus from Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop to Orlando, FLbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Lake City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0630
13h 20m
$76–124

Venice to Lake City by bus

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13h 20mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.6 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Venice, FL, USA and Lake City, FL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Venice to Lake City Bus Station via Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station, University of South Florida, Gainesville, Rosa Parks RTS Downtown Station, and Gainesville Bus Stop in around 7h 57m.

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