Next departures for Lakeland to Richmond on November 27
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Lakeland
Richmond
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Lakeland
Richmond
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Lakeland
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Lakeland
Richmond
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Lakeland
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Richmond
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 19 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $135
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lakeland, FL to Richmond, VA, US by bus
What is the distance between Lakeland and Richmond?
The distance separating Lakeland and Richmond is 707 miles (1139 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Richmond?
If you're headed to Richmond from Lakeland, chances are that your bus will leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Main Street Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/24
$80
11/25
$146
Today
$186
11/27
$100
11/28
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11/29
No data
11/30
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12/01
$190
The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $80
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 Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $80 to $1,872 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland, FL to Richmond, VA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination