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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Sumter is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Sumter is to train and fly and drive which takes 6h 30m and costs $120 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Sumter?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Sumter. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Sumter Bus Stop via Amtrak Station and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Sumter?

The distance between Lakeland and Sumter is 511 miles. The road distance is 458.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Sumter without a car is to train and taxi which takes 12h 17m and costs $370 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Lakeland to Sumter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Sumter bus from?

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

Where does the Lakeland to Sumter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lakeland to Sumter?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Sumter is 459 miles. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Lakeland to Sumter.

Where can I stay near Sumter?

There are 23+ hotels available in Sumter.

Lakeland to Sumter - 8 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Lakeland to Sumter by bus, plane, car, train, taxi, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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 Charleston International Airport, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane TPA - CHS
3. Drive from Charleston-Airport-CHS to Sumtercar
6h 19m
Drive 456.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lakeland to Sumtercar 456.3 mi
8h 11m
$84–121
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Camden Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the taxi from Camden Station to Sumtertaxi
12h 17m
$379–554
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Jacksonvilletrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Sumter Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0644S
12h 52m
$170–263
Train to Orlando, fly to Charleston International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane MCO - CHS
3. Drive from Charleston-Airport-CHS to Sumtercar
6h 30m
$129–327
Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane TPA - CLT
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Sumter Bus Stopbus
9h 15m
Train to Orlando, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane MCO - CLT
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Sumter Bus Stopbus
9h 23m
$150–417
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Sumter Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0644S
13h 54m

Lakeland to Sumter by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 52mAverage Duration

$170Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lakeland to Sumter.

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Distance: 508.4 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Sumter, SC, USA?

You can take a bus from Lakeland to Sumter Bus Stop via Jacksonville, Amtrak Station, JRTC Bay H, and Jacksonville in around 13h 54m.

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