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

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Ocala is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 12h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Ocala is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 11m and costs $230 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via Charlottesville Amtrak Station, Richmond, JRTC Bay H and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 21m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Ocala?

The distance between Charlottesville and Ocala is 679 miles. The road distance is 718.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Ocala without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Charlottesville to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Ocala bus from?

Charlottesville to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Ocala bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Ocala bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Ocala is 719 miles. It takes approximately 12h 54m to drive from Charlottesville to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ocala.

Charlottesville to Ocala - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Charlottesville to Ocala by plane, taxi, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Gainesville Regional Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)plane CHO - GNV
2. Take the taxi from Gainesville-Airport-GNV to Ocalataxi
5h 11m
$233–589
Fly to Daytona Beach International Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB)plane CHO - DAB
2. Drive from Daytona-Beach-Airport-DAB to Ocalacar
5h 57m
$121–499
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville to Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the train from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station to Jacksonvilletrain
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
18h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Amtrak Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Richmond to Jacksonvillebus
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stopbus
20h 21m
Drive 714.7 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Ocalacar 714.7 mi
12h 54m
$131–189

Charlottesville (CHO) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) flights

47Weekly Planes

5h 28mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 674.9 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Transit Station to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via West Main Street at 8th Street NW, Charlottesville Amtrak Station, Richmond, Jacksonville, JRTC Bay H, Amtrak Station, and Jacksonville in around 20h 21m.

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