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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Waycross is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Waycross is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Waycross?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Waycross. However, there are services departing from Lakeland and arriving at Waycross via Amtrak Station and Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Waycross?

The distance between Lakeland and Waycross is 293 miles. The road distance is 249.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Waycross without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 7m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Lakeland to Waycross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Waycross bus from?

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

Where does the Lakeland to Waycross bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lakeland to Waycross?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Waycross is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Lakeland to Waycross.

Where can I stay near Waycross?

There are 20+ hotels available in Waycross.

Lakeland to Waycross - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lakeland to Waycross by train, bus, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Jacksonvilletrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Waycrossbus Greyhound US0648S
8h 7m
$82–161
Drive 247.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lakeland to Waycrosscar 247.6 mi
4h 45m
$46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Waycrossbus Greyhound US0648S
9h 9m
$85–128

Lakeland to Waycross by train and bus

7Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Waycross, GA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lakeland to Waycross via Jacksonville, Amtrak Station, JRTC Bay H, and Jacksonville in around 9h 9m.

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