What is the cheapest way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland is to line 1 bus and bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Jacksonville Airport (JAX) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Jia and arriving at Park & Ride at Rose St. via Jacksonville, Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Jacksonville Airport (JAX) and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct train from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland station. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

The distance between Jacksonville Airport (JAX) and Lakeland is 206 miles. The road distance is 197.8 miles.

How do I travel from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs $60 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland bus from?

Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Jacksonville Transport, depart from Jia station.

Where do I catch the Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland train from?

Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jacksonville station.

Train or bus from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs $60 - $150. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland bus arrive?

Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland bus services, operated by Jacksonville Transport, arrive at JRTC Bay J station.

Where does the Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland train arrive?

Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 230+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Can I share a ride from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), rideshare, car, bus, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly to Orlando, train
best
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Orlando (MCO)plane JAX - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 13m
$357–664
Line 1 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jia to JRTC Bay Jbus 1
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Orlando Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
8h 40m
$31–53
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
7h 41m
$63–146
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Jacksonville-JAX to Lakelandrideshare 196.7 mi
3h 54m
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakelandcar 196.7 mi
3h 54m
$36–52
Fly to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Tampa (TPA)plane JAX - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
8h 16m
$320–653
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 51m
$68–106

Jacksonville Airport (JAX) to Lakeland by bus and train (Amtrak)

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7h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Jacksonville Airport (JAX), USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jia to Park & Ride at Rose St. via JRTC Bay J, Jacksonville, Orlando Bus Station, and Winter Haven Terminal in around 8h 40m.

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