Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Plant City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Plant City

With a population of 34,721, Plant City is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. Plant City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Plant City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Keel Farms (5202 Thonotosassa Rd) and Propagation Whiskey Bar and Kitchen (103 N Palmer St) are great picks.

When to visit Plant City

Plant City in August
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Plant City in August
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Plant City in August, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 8.7″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Plant City, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Plant City

Plane

When flying to Plant City, you’ll arrive at Lakeland Linder Intl (LAL), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Plant City departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Plant City. The train journey from Plant City to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Plant City is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 57 miles from Plant City. 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 Plant City, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Plant City takes 260 miles and will cost you around $56. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 300 miles. Plant City’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Plant City, you’ll arrive at Lakeland Linder Intl (LAL), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Plant City departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Plant City. The train journey from Plant City to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Plant City is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 57 miles from Plant City. 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 Plant City, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Plant City takes 260 miles and will cost you around $56. From Tallahassee, the ticket costs about $104 for a journey of 300 miles. Plant City’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Plant City

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TPATampa
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Airlines serving Plant City

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Plant City

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Plant City
2 stars
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$162+
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Hampton Inn Plant City
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Excellent (8.9, 395 reviews)
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lakeland Plant City
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Excellent (8.6, 136 reviews)
$143+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa East (Casino Area)
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Excellent (8.5, 197 reviews)
$162+
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Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Brandon
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Excellent (8.3, 665 reviews)
$162+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Brandon Regency Park
2 stars
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$105+
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Renting a car in Plant City

Renting a car in Plant City costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Plant City (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. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Plant City, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Plant City costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Plant City (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. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Plant City, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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