What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Ellenton?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Ellenton is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to Ellenton?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Ellenton is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Ellenton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Ellenton. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Bradenton via Marion Transit Center and Tampa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Ellenton?

The distance between Gainesville and Ellenton is 170 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gainesville to Ellenton without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Ellenton without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 28m and costs $150 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Ellenton?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Gainesville to Ellenton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Ellenton bus from?

Gainesville to Ellenton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gainesville station.

Where does the Gainesville to Ellenton bus arrive?

Gainesville to Ellenton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gainesville to Ellenton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Ellenton is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Gainesville to Ellenton.

Where can I stay near Ellenton?

There are 2919+ hotels available in Ellenton.

Gainesville to Ellenton - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gainesville to Ellenton by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Drbus Tallahassee
2. Take the taxi from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to Ellentontaxi
3h 28m
$150–201
Drive 163.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to Ellentoncar 163.6 mi
2h 41m
$30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
2. Take the bus from Tampa to Bradentonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 23m

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Gainesville, FL, USA and Ellenton, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Gainesville to Bradenton via Marion Transit Center, Nebraska Av @ Twiggs St, and Tampa in around 6h 23m.

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