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

The cheapest way to get from Ruston to Ocala is to bus via Atlanta which costs $100 - $280 and takes 21h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruston to Ocala is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 9h 19m and costs $180 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Ruston and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruston to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Ruston and arriving at Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop via New Orleans Bus Station, Biloxi and Wildwood Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 54m.

How far is it from Ruston to Ocala?

The distance between Ruston and Ocala is 834 miles. The road distance is 759.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruston to Ocala without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 5m and costs $250 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Ruston to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruston to Ocala bus from?

Ruston to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ruston station.

Where does the Ruston to Ocala bus arrive?

Ruston to Ocala bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at New Orleans Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ruston and Ocala?

Ocala is 1h ahead of Ruston. It is currently 12:02 AM in Ruston and 1:02 AM in Ocala.

Can I drive from Ruston to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruston to Ocala is 760 miles. It takes approximately 12h 32m to drive from Ruston to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 180+ hotels available in Ocala.

Ruston to Ocala - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, shuttle, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Ruston to Ocala by bus, plane, shuttle, train, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Orlando, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroe
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Orlando (MCO)MLU - MCO
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocala
9h 19m
$185–526
Bus via Atlanta
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Atlanta Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station to Gainesville
3. Take the bus from Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand to Ocala
21h 41m
$101–274
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Jackson
2. Take the train from Jackson to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
3. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Love's Travel Stop - Loxley to Mi Ranchito Restaurant - Ocala, FL
19h 5m
$250–460
Drive 755.3 mi
1. Drive from Ruston to Ocala755.3 mi
12h 32m
$138–200
Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Jacksonville, bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroe
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Jacksonville (JAX)MLU - JAX
3. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop
12h 45m
Bus to Monroe Regional Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Monroe
2. Fly from Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)MLU - GNV
3. Take the bus from Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand to Ocala
10h 31m
$125–528
Bus to Shreveport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Shreveport Bus Station
2. Fly from Shreveport (SHV) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)SHV - GNV
3. Take the bus from Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand to Ocala
12h 14m
$117–537
Bus to Alexandria International Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Boyce, LA
2. Fly from Alexandria International Airport (AEX) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)AEX - GNV
3. Take the bus from Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand to Ocala
12h 53m
$137–548
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruston to Shreveport Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Baton Rouge Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Baton Rouge Albertson's to Mi Ranchito Restaurant - Ocala, FL
19h 27m
$190–403
Bus via Biloxi
1. Take the bus from Ruston to New Orleans Bus Station
2. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Biloxi Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Biloxi to Wildwood
4. Take the bus from Wildwood Amtrak Station to Ocala Amtrak Bus Stop
23h 54m

Monroe Regional Airport (MLU) to Orlando (MCO) flights

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5h 11mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 829.3 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Ruston, LA, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ruston to Ocala via Shreveport Bus Station, Baton Rouge Bus Station, Baton Rouge Albertson's, and Mi Ranchito Restaurant - Ocala, FL in around 19h 27m.

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