What is the cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to bus which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $240 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Atlanta and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Atlanta 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 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Atlanta and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct train from Atlanta station to Lakeland station. However, there are services departing from Peachtree Station and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station via Charlotte Amtrak Station and Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h.

How far is it from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The distance between Atlanta and Lakeland is 477 miles. The road distance is 449.5 miles.

How do I travel from Atlanta to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Atlanta to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atlanta to Lakeland bus from?

Atlanta to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Atlanta Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Atlanta to Lakeland train from?

Atlanta to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Peachtree Station.

Train, bus or fly from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $350 - $750 and takes 26h, you could also fly, which costs $240 - $900 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Atlanta to Lakeland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Atlanta to Lakeland train arrive?

Atlanta to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Atlanta to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta to Lakeland is 450 miles. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Atlanta to Lakeland.

How do I get a train ticket from Atlanta to Lakeland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Atlanta to Lakeland?

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Where can I stay near Lakeland?

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There are 8 ways to get from Atlanta to Lakeland by plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), 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
6h 4m
$190–836
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
11h 40m
$77–143
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Peachtree Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Carytrain
3. Take the train from Cary to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
26h
$355–727
Drive 446.9 mi
1. Drive from Atlanta to Lakelandcar 446.9 mi
7h 38m
$82–118
Fly to Lakeland
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lakeland (LAL)plane ATL - LAL
4h 5m
$244–854
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
7h 33m
$214–720
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
13h 6m
$125–254
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
13h 40m
$78–147

Atlanta to Lakeland by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 474.2 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Atlanta, GA, USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Park & Ride at Rose St. via Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal in around 11h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Peachtree Station to Lakeland Amtrak Station via Charlotte Amtrak Station and Cary in around 26h.

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