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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL without transferring at least once.
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11:15 PM5h25Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:40 AMLakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway, FL$671One-way1 transfer- · 9:00 AM7h10Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:10 PMLakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway, FL$681One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+11:15 PM5h25Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:40 AMLakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway, FL$671One-way1 transfer
- · 9:00 AM7h10Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:10 PMLakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway, FL$681One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a bus costs an average of $69.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL:
A train is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL costing on average $86 (€70).
Other travel options to Lakeland, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 9:00 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 7h10 | 4:10 PM Lakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL
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Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FLYou can travel by bus between Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL with Greyhound for as low as $43 (€35). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lakeland, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL
Most Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL buses use the Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St to Lakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Jacksonville, FL and Lakeland, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St from Jacksonville city centre
Getting to Lakeland, US Hwy 98 N / Pyramid Parkway from Lakeland city centre
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