How much does a bus ticket from Lakeland to Jacksonville cost?

The bus ticket price from Lakeland to Jacksonville starts at R 572. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lakeland to Jacksonville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to Jacksonville?

The average travel time between Lakeland and Jacksonville is around 5h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 257 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Lakeland and Jacksonville?

The number of buses from Lakeland to Jacksonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lakeland to Jacksonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Lakeland to Jacksonville?

When taking the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville?

Buses travelling between Lakeland and Jacksonville leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House and arrive at W Forsyth St, Jacksonville Amtrak Station, Kings Avenue Station.

Bus Lakeland to Jacksonville from R 499 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Lakeland to Jacksonville on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:25	Lakeland	7h 35m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lakeland to Jacksonville on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10	Lakeland	5h 35m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:40	Lakeland	5h 10m	08:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
	11:10	Lakeland Station	5h 41m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
	07:30	Lakeland	7h 30m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
	23:25	Lakeland	7h 35m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:09 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Jacksonville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Jacksonville. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 386, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 48mAverage duration

259 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 572 - R 1 693	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 386 - R 1 254	Average duration4h 48m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 324 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 374 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Jacksonville?

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Stops in Jacksonville

A - W Forsyth St

B - Jacksonville Amtrak Station

C - Kings Avenue Station

D - JRTC Greyhound Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Lakeland to Jacksonville cost?
The bus ticket price from Lakeland to Jacksonville starts at R 572. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lakeland to Jacksonville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to Jacksonville?
The average travel time between Lakeland and Jacksonville is around 5h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 257 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lakeland and Jacksonville?
The number of buses from Lakeland to Jacksonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lakeland to Jacksonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lakeland to Jacksonville?
When taking the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville?
Buses travelling between Lakeland and Jacksonville leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House and arrive at W Forsyth St, Jacksonville Amtrak Station, Kings Avenue Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 683

14/11

R 683

Today

R 701

16/11

R 543

17/11

R 736

18/11

R 499

19/11

R 499

20/11

R 683

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 499

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 Jacksonville, FL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 499 to R 5 411 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 499, which is on 2025-11-18.

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.