What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Fort Lauderdale Airport and arriving at Lakeland via Mccoy Rd & Gondola Dr, N Garland Ave & W Amelia St and Orlando, FL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) station to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Fort Lauderdale Airport Station and arriving at Lakeland via Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) and Lakeland is 240 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $60 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland bus from?

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Fort Lauderdale Airport station.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland train from?

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus and Amtrak Thruway, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland train arrive?

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 230+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Can I share a ride from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland?

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

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland - 8 ways to travel via train

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There are 8 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), rideshare, or car

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Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Orlando, train
best
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Orlando (MCO)plane FLL - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 29m
$270–630
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0740s
9h 9m
$36–73
Bus to Miami International Airport, fly to Orlando, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Miami Airportbus
2. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Orlando (MCO)plane MIA - MCO
3. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 4m
$623–1,146
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Lakelandtrain Floridian
5h 42m
$62–135
Bus, Amtrak Thruway
1. Take the bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Orlando - RedCoach Station, FLbus Miami
2. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 25m
$72–125
Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Tampa (TPA)plane FLL - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
5h 56m
$132–528
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Fort Lauderdale-FLL to Lakelandrideshare 210.4 mi
3h 58m
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakelandcar 210.4 mi
3h 58m
$39–56

Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Lakeland by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 238.6 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL), USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Lakeland once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Lakeland via Mccoy Rd & Gondola Dr, N Garland Ave & W Amelia St, and Orlando, FL in around 7h 25m.

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