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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Ocala is to bus which costs $150 - $200 and takes 17h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Ocala is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 11m and costs $150 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Ocala?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston to Ocala. However, there are services departing from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd and arriving at Ocala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

How far is it from Houston to Ocala?

The distance between Houston and Ocala is 952 miles. The road distance is 893 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Ocala without a car is to bus which takes 17h 5m and costs $150 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Houston to Ocala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston to Ocala bus from?

Houston to Ocala bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd station.

Where does the Houston to Ocala bus arrive?

Houston to Ocala bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Ocala station.

What is the time difference between Houston and Ocala?

Ocala is 1h ahead of Houston. It is currently 12:01 AM in Houston and 1:01 AM in Ocala.

Can I drive from Houston to Ocala?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Ocala is 893 miles. It takes approximately 14h 23m to drive from Houston to Ocala.

Where can I stay near Ocala?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ocala.

Houston to Ocala - 8 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Houston to Ocala by plane, shuttle, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Orlando, shuttle
best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Orlando (MCO)plane HOU - MCO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
6h 11m
$156–531
Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Tampa, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tampa (TPA)plane HOU - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Ocala Bus Stopbus
8h 30m
$118–533
Bus
1. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ocalabus Houston
17h 5m
$155–199
Drive 887.9 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Ocalacar 887.9 mi
14h 23m
$147–212
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Orlando, shuttle
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Orlando (MCO)plane IAH - MCO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orlando Airport to Hiton Garden Inn Downtown Ocalashuttle
6h 44m
$203–494
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa (TPA)plane IAH - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Ocala Bus Stopbus
9h 10m
$170–506
Fly William P. Hobby Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, bus
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane HOU - SRQ
2. Take the bus from Bradenton/Sarasota - Mobil Gas Station to Ocala, FLbus
8h 21m
$153–525
Bus via Tallahassee (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to Tallahasseebus Greyhound US0799
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Ocala Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0799
20h 58m
$161–252

Houston to Ocala by bus (Greyhound)

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20h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 946.9 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Ocala, FL, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ocala once daily. Tickets cost $140–180 and the journey takes 15h 44m.

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