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

The cheapest way to get from Orlando to Lakeland is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Orlando to Lakeland is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Orlando and Lakeland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Orlando, FL and arriving at Lakeland. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Orlando and Lakeland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Orlando and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Orlando to Lakeland?

The distance between Orlando and Lakeland is 53 miles. The road distance is 54.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orlando to Lakeland without a car is to Amtrak Thruway which takes 1h 15m and costs $18 - $26.

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

The Amtrak Thruway from Orlando, FL to Lakeland takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Orlando to Lakeland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Orlando to Lakeland train from?

Orlando to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando station.

Train or bus from Orlando to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Orlando to Lakeland is to Amtrak Thruway which takes 1h 15m and costs $18 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Orlando to Lakeland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Orlando to Lakeland train arrive?

Orlando to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Orlando to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Orlando to Lakeland is 55 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Orlando to Lakeland.

How do I get a train ticket from Orlando to Lakeland?

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

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Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 268+ hotels available in Lakeland.

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

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Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1h 15m
$18–26
Drive 54.3 mi
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1. Drive from Orlando to Lakelandcar 54.3 mi
59 min
$10–15
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Orlando to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
1h 19m
$19–40

Orlando to Lakeland by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

1h 15mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Orlando, FL to Lakeland twice daily. Tickets cost $18–26 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Orlando to Lakeland Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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