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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Buffalo is to train and fly which costs $160 - $340 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Buffalo is to Amtrak Thruway and fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Buffalo via Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Tampa Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 12m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Buffalo?

The distance between Lakeland and Buffalo is 1116 miles. The road distance is 1221.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Buffalo without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and bus which takes 34h 12m and costs $230 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Lakeland to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Buffalo bus from?

Lakeland to Buffalo bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland station.

Where does the Lakeland to Buffalo bus arrive?

Lakeland to Buffalo bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa Union Station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Buffalo is 1222 miles. It takes approximately 21h to drive from Lakeland to Buffalo.

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

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Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 253+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Lakeland to Buffalo - 6 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lakeland to Buffalo by bus, plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), train, or car

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Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane TPA - BUF
6h 52m
$196–623
Train to Orlando, fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane MCO - BUF
7h 5m
$166–334
Amtrak Thruway, bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Buffalobus
34h 12m
$233–387
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh, Pa to Buffalo, Nybus 510
39h 5m
$386–933
Drive 1,214.8 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Buffalocar 1,214.8 mi
21h
$222–321
Train to Orlando, fly to Rochester, bus
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Rochester (ROC)plane MCO - ROC
3. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
8h 34m
$324–722

Lakeland to Buffalo by bus

7Weekly Buses

34h 12mAverage Duration

$233Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,109.2 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Lakeland to Buffalo via Tampa Union Station, Nebraska Ave @ Twiggs St, Tampa Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, and Cleveland Bus Station in around 34h 12m.

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