Bus from Lakeland, FL to Miami, FL: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lakeland to Miami on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lakeland
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal CenterCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Lakeland
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lakeland
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lakeland
Downtown MiamiNo tags
FlixBusBus
Lakeland
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:04 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Miami

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Miami. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 50mAverage Duration
184 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$36 - $563Average Duration7h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$27 - $146Average Duration4h 50m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lakeland, FL to Miami, FL by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Miami?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Miami start from $36. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to Miami?

    The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Miami is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 190 miles (306 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Miami route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Miami?

    The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Miami at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Miami?

    A bus trip from Lakeland to Miami generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Lakeland to Miami?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Miami?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to Miami?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lakeland to Miami?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/29
$60
11/30
$114
Today
$52
12/02
$43
12/03
$35
12/04
$34
12/05
$35
12/06
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Miami, FL was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $33

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 Miami, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $120 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Miami, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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