How far is Washington from Lakeland?

About 801 miles (1292 km) separate Washington and Lakeland.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Washington to Lakeland leave from Union Station and arrive at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Washington to Lakeland from $92 | Refundable Tickets

TodayAug 31

from $96

TomorrowSep 1

TueSep 2

WedSep 3

ThuSep 4

FriSep 5

from $83

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 5 at 3:40am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: September 6 at 4:40am
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 5 at 9:45pm
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: September 6 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: September 5 at 9:15am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: September 6 at 10:40am
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
Departure time: September 5 at 9:45pm
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: September 6 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: September 5 at 10:45pm
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: September 7 at 4:40am
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 5h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lakeland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $237	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$185 - $223	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 117kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21h 50mAverage Duration

$185Cheapest ticket

117kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket price$122

Average bus trip duration1d 1h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure3:35am

Distance805 miles (1297 km)

Latest bus departure10:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,330 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

3.5/587,222 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Washington to Lakeland Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Washington to Lakeland.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Washington to Lakeland.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lakeland from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Lakeland?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington, DC, US - Lakeland, FL

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Sep 5, 2025 with a price of $92

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

You can expect to pay from $92 to $103 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $92 which is on 2025-09-05.

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Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to Lakeland.

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 Washington to Lakeland.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Lakeland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$122	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time21h 50m	Avg Price$185	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL

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

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Lakeland?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington, DC, US - Lakeland, FL

How far is Washington from Lakeland?

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

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

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