Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lake City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake City

With a population of 12.046, Lake City is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake City to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lake City

Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake City in June, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lake City, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Lake City

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 66 km from Lake City.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake City, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake City to Tampa takes 5h 24m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $110 for a 8h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 220 km from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Capital Rent A Car and Flex To Go, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 66 km from Lake City.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake City, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake City to Tampa takes 5h 24m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Miami, expect to pay about $110 for a 8h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 220 km from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Capital Rent A Car and Flex To Go, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Lake City

JAXJacksonville
USTSt. Augustine Northeast Florida Regional
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Lake City

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,803 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,759 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,234 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,233 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,342 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,528 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,697 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,739 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,413 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,937 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,146 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake City and Americas Best Value Inn - Lake City.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake City

Hiring a car in Lake City

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.27 and $23.02. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.27 and $23.02. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.