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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Charlottesville is to bus which costs $130 - $220 and takes 21h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Charlottesville is to Amtrak Thruway and fly and train which takes 8h 26m and costs $160 - $1,100.

How far is it from Lakeland to Charlottesville?

The distance between Lakeland and Charlottesville is 855 miles. The road distance is 806.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Charlottesville without a car is to bus which takes 21h 22m and costs $130 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Lakeland to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Charlottesville bus from?

Lakeland to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Where does the Lakeland to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Lakeland to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Charlottesville is 807 miles. It takes approximately 14h 34m to drive from Lakeland to Charlottesville.

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

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Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 105+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Lakeland to Charlottesville - 9 ways to travel via train, and Amtrak Thruway

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride at Rose St. and arriving at Charlottesville Amtrak Station via Winter Haven Transportation Center, Orlando Bus Station and Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 22m.

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There are 9 ways to get from Lakeland to Charlottesville by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Richmond International Airport, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane TPA - RIC
3. Take the bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus
9h 10m
$133–386
Train to Orlando, fly to Richmond International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane MCO - RIC
3. Take the bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus
9h 10m
$117–506
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Orlando Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Richmondbus
3. Take the bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus
21h 22m
$130–220
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Richmond Staples Mill Road Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus Richmond / ...
21h 48m
$257–550
Drive 801.9 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Charlottesvillecar 801.9 mi
14h 34m
$147–212
Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane TPA - DCA
3. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain
8h 26m
$165–1,089
Train to Orlando, fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane MCO - DCA
3. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain
8h 30m
$224–1,199
Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane TPA - IAD
3. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain
9h 29m
$197–462
Train to Orlando, fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane MCO - IAD
3. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain
9h 36m
$121–572

Lakeland to Charlottesville by train and bus (Amtrak)

6Weekly Services

21h 48mAverage Duration

$257Cheapest Price

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Distance: 850.5 mi
Duration: 9h 10m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from Park & Ride at Rose St. to Charlottesville Amtrak Station via Winter Haven Transportation Center, Orlando Bus Station, and Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station in around 21h 22m.

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