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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Florida is to bus via Orlando which costs $27 - $55 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Florida is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Florida?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Florida. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Jefferson St + Beaver St via Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Lakeland and Florida?

No, there is no direct train from Lakeland station to Florida. However, there are services departing from Lakeland Amtrak Station and arriving at Jacksonville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Florida?

The distance between Lakeland and Florida is 214 miles. The road distance is 183 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Florida without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $55 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Lakeland to Florida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Florida bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Florida train from?

Lakeland to Florida train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Lakeland to Florida?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Florida is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $55 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Lakeland to Florida bus arrive?

Lakeland to Florida bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Where does the Lakeland to Florida train arrive?

Lakeland to Florida train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Florida?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Florida is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Lakeland to Florida.

Where can I stay near Florida?

There are 646+ hotels available in Florida.

Lakeland to Florida - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lakeland to Florida by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Jacksonvilletrain Floridian
5h 36m
$57–125
Bus via Orlando
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Orlando Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0770S
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus FlixBus 2433 / ...
6h 52m
$28–52
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 38m
$63–90
Drive 181.9 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Jacksonvillecar 181.9 mi
3h 45m
$34–48

Lakeland to Florida by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 36mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.8 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Florida, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Jacksonville once daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 4h 48m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville once daily. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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