Bus Tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL

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WedAug 13
from US$42
ThuAug 14
from US$42
FriAug 15
from US$44
SatAug 16
from US$42
SunAug 17
from US$44
MonAug 18
from US$44
TueAug 19
WedAug 20

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
    Departure location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland

Bus
Average PriceUS$37 - US$79Average Duration6h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$27 - US$110Average Duration3h 53m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 3 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 53mAverage Duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$44
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 20m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure8:15am
Distance281 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort Lauderdale - Lakeland, FL

  1. What is the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Lakeland?

    The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Lakeland is approximately 279 km (173 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?

    Buses departing from Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave in Fort Lauderdale will take you to Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Lakeland.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-09
US$38
08-10
US$38
Today
US$36
08-12
US$34
08-13
US$34
08-14
US$34
08-15
US$36
08-16
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34 which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually FlixBus Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Fort Lauderdale and Lakeland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL

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Train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL

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