What is the cheapest way to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island?

The cheapest way to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island?

The fastest way to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Winter Haven and Sanibel Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island. However, there are services departing from Winter Haven Transportation Center and arriving at Fort Myers Bus Stop via Tampa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island?

The distance between Winter Haven and Sanibel Island is 206 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

How do I travel from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island without a car?

The best way to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winter Haven to Sanibel Island bus from?

Winter Haven to Sanibel Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Where does the Winter Haven to Sanibel Island bus arrive?

Winter Haven to Sanibel Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Winter Haven to Sanibel Island is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island.

Where can I stay near Sanibel Island?

There are 3331+ hotels available in Sanibel Island.

Winter Haven to Sanibel Island - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Winter Haven to Sanibel Island by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0740s / ...
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
6h 5m
$84–120
Drive 123.7 mi
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1. Drive from Winter Haven to Sanibel Islandcar 123.7 mi
2h 41m
$23–33
Amtrak Thruway, taxi
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Fort Myers, FLbus
2. Take the taxi from Fort Myers, FL to Sanibel Islandtaxi
6h 57m
$136–176

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Winter Haven, FL, USA and Sanibel Island, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Sanibel Island via Tampa Bus Station and Fort Myers Bus Stop in around 6h 5m.

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