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Sun31 Aug
from US$114
Mon1 Sept
from US$123
Tue2 Sept
from US$114
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$89
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept

Next departures to Washington

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$89 - US$226Average duration1d 2h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$100 - US$333Average duration21h 47m
117kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 21 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
21h 47mAverage duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
117kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure03:40
Distance798 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Lakeland to Washington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland, FL - Washington, DC, US

  1. What's the distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach?

    The distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach is approximately 801 miles (1292 km).

  2. How can I travel from Lakeland to Washington avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/08
No data
28/08
US$119
Today
US$117
30/08
US$126
31/08
US$110
01/09
US$148
02/09
US$142
03/09
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$110

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

You can expect to pay from US$110 to US$2,086 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$110, which is on 2025-08-31.

Usually Amtrak 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 Lakeland and Washington!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lakeland to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lakeland to Washington, 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!

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Lakeland, FL by bus?

Bus from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US

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