Getting Around
Stay Connected with Local Transit
North Florida has a ton to offer and excellent resources to help people travel between the region’s natural attractions. With US-27 running through Ocala along with many other major highways and interstates, North Florida is easily connected to nearby states as well as the rest of the US. There are also several prominent airports serving hundreds of thousands of passengers year-round. Some of the counties even have bus and streetcar systems to help people get around locally. Enjoying a relaxing outing with friends and family is easy with North Florida transit.
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Fly Through North Florida
The Gainesville Regional Airport is the largest and most prominent airport in the region. Located near major highways and only a few minutes away from the University of Florida, it is in a prime location for students and families traveling to the area. They also offer nonstop service to international travel hubs like Atlanta and Dallas, making trips abroad more accessible to the local community. Other airports in the area include the Lake City Gateway Airport and the Ocala International Airport which provide great large commercial flights as well as small private jets to meet all your aviation needs.
Easy Access
North Florida has historically been one of the best places to be if you need major highways to get you anywhere in the nation. US-27 passes through the city of Ocala. It is one of Florida’s first “superhighways” and runs all the way from the Georgia border to Miami, making those road trips to the beach or a quick trip to Atlanta much easier. With Florida’s robust interstate and highway system, residents can enjoy all that the state of Florida has to offer, whether it’s the nice sandy beaches or the various famous hot springs, state parks, or historical landmarks of North Florida.
Community-Based Transit
North Florida has a collection of robust bus systems to keep you connected to the area. The Marion Transit Center provides a variety of public transit options to the surrounding area. Whether you’re riding on the local Fixed Route buses, taking advantage of the MetroRapid North-South, or enjoying a ride on the TECO Line Streetcar, the Marion Transit Center can get you where you need to go. The Suwannee Valley Transit system serves Columbia, Hamilton, and Suwanee Counties, offering affordable travel from Live Oak to Lake City for $2 a trip, making it must cheaper than driving.