What is the cheapest way to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 16h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland is to fly and train which takes 5h 53m and costs $190 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Houston Airport (IAH) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Airmail Rd @ Pallet Rd and arriving at Plant City via Houston - Harrisburg Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 50m.

How far is it from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland?

The distance between Houston Airport (IAH) and Lakeland is 918 miles. The road distance is 954.4 miles.

How do I travel from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 19h 50m and costs $220 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland bus from?

Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd station.

Where does the Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland bus arrive?

Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Plant City station.

What is the time difference between Houston Airport (IAH) and Lakeland?

Lakeland is 1h ahead of Houston Airport (IAH). It is currently 4:17 AM in Houston Airport (IAH) and 5:17 AM in Lakeland.

Can I drive from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland is 954 miles. It takes approximately 16h 46m to drive from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 245+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Orlando, train
best
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Orlando (MCO)plane IAH - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 53m
$197–402
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Jacksonville, train
cheapest
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane IAH - JAX
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 19m
$167–633
Bus to William P. Hobby Airport, fly to Orlando, train
1. Take the bus from Bush IAH Term E - Downtown Direct to Hobby Airportbus
2. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Orlando (MCO)plane HOU - MCO
3. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 58m
$501–989
Bus
1. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Plant Citybus Houston
19h 50m
$225–296
Drive 948.8 mi
1. Drive from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakelandcar 948.8 mi
16h 46m
$174–251
Fly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa (TPA)plane IAH - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
7h 11m
$445–660
Bus to William P. Hobby Airport, fly to Tampa, bus
1. Take the bus from Bush IAH Term E - Downtown Direct to Hobby Airportbus
2. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tampa (TPA)plane HOU - TPA
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
9h 12m
$275–623

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Orlando (MCO) flights

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Map of how to get from Houston Airport (IAH) to Lakeland.

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Distance: 913.1 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Houston Airport (IAH), USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Plant City once daily. Tickets cost $150–200 and the journey takes 17h 14m.

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