What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Ocala?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Ocala is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Ocala?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Ocala is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Orlando, FL and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Lakeland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Windermere to Ocala?

The distance between Windermere and Ocala is 164 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Ocala without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Ocala without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Ocala?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Windermere to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Ocala bus from?

Windermere to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando, FL station.

Where does the Windermere to Ocala bus arrive?

Windermere to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Ocala is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Windermere to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 199+ hotels available in Ocala.

Windermere to Ocala - 4 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Ocala by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, shuttle, or train

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Amtrak Thruway, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 43m
$80–114
Drive 71.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Ocalacar 71.6 mi
1h 15m
$14–19
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from W Oak Ridge Rd & International Dr to Orlando International Airportbus 42
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle Orlando Airport
3h 37m
$92–96
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Orlando to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 38m
$67–110

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Windermere, FL, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Windermere to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Orlando, FL and Lakeland in around 5h 43m.

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