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How to get there
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Lake Wales travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Wales

With a population of 14,225, Lake Wales is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lake Wales has to offer.

Where to Eat in Lake Wales

If you’re looking for affordable options, L'incontro Italian Restaurant (35 State Rd 60 W) and Giorgios (253 E Stuart Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Wales

Lake Wales in September
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Wales in September
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake Wales in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 51.8 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 8.7″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lake Wales, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Lake Wales

Plane

Although Lake Wales doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 47 miles from Lake Wales. Sarasota Bradenton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Allegiant Air, EL AL and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Wales departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 27m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Wales, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lake Wales to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Wales is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 46 miles from Lake Wales. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Wales, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Lake Worth, the bus ride to Lake Wales takes 175 miles and will cost you around $45. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 205 miles.

Plane

Although Lake Wales doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 47 miles from Lake Wales. Sarasota Bradenton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Allegiant Air, EL AL and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Wales departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 27m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Wales, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lake Wales to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Wales is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 46 miles from Lake Wales. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Wales, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Lake Worth, the bus ride to Lake Wales takes 175 miles and will cost you around $45. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airports near Lake Wales

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Lake Wales

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,861 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,941 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,266 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,986 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Wales

Most booked hotels in Lake Wales

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Holiday Inn Express Lake Wales N-Winter Haven
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 441 reviews)
$175+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Wales
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 631 reviews)
$167+
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Budget Inn Lake Wales
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 759 reviews)
$93+
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Camp Mack, a Guy Harvey Lodge, Marina & RV Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 78 reviews)
$124+
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Rodeway Inn
2 stars
Good (7.1, 388 reviews)
$90+
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Prince of Wales Motel
2 stars
Good (6.4, 70 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Lake Wales

Renting a car in Lake Wales costs $49 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Wales (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake Wales, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lake Wales costs $49 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Wales (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake Wales, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Lake Wales

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

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