What is the cheapest way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland is to bus which costs $75 - $150 and takes 12h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $240 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Atlanta Airport (ATL) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Atlanta Airport (ATL) station to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Atlanta Bus Station and arriving at Park & Ride at Rose St. via Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

The distance between Atlanta Airport (ATL) and Lakeland is 468 miles. The road distance is 448.5 miles.

How do I travel from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 12h 54m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland bus from?

Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Atlanta Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland is to bus which takes 12h 54m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $240 - $800 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland bus arrive?

Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland is 449 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 245+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Can I share a ride from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Atlanta Airport (ATL) and Lakeland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland by plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), rideshare, car, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Orlando, train
best
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Orlando (MCO)plane ATL - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 49m
$142–761
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0770S
12h 54m
$76–148
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Atlanta-ATL to Lakelandrideshare 445.9 mi
7h 34m
Drive 445.9 mi
1. Drive from Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakelandcar 445.9 mi
7h 34m
$82–118
Fly to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Tampa (TPA)plane ATL - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
6h 18m
$205–594
Fly to Lakeland
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lakeland (LAL)plane ATL - LAL
2h 51m
$242–759
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus FlixBus N2434 / ...
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
14h 20m
$124–256
Bus via Gainesville (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesville Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Gainesville Bus Stop to Orlando Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
14h 54m
$78–148

Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lakeland by subway, bus, and train

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Distance: 465.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Atlanta Airport (ATL), USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

You can take a subway from Airport Station to Park & Ride at Rose St. via Garnett Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station, and Winter Haven Terminal in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, Avelo Airlines flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lakeland (LAL) twice a week.

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