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Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College
Museum on the Florida Southern College campus featuring rotating exhibitions and a notable collection of contemporary and modern art.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€49
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€49
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a bus costs an average of €63.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL costing on average €90.
Other travel options to Lakeland, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
Tickets start at around €90 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-58.30. The journey takes 4h 40m versus 3h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:58 AM Jacksonville, FL | 4h40 | 3:38 PM Lakeland, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 5:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Lakeland, FL — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lakeland, FL trip today.
Museum on the Florida Southern College campus featuring rotating exhibitions and a notable collection of contemporary and modern art.
Historic home museum preserving local pioneer life, period furnishings, and one of Lakeland’s best-known collections of regional history.
Specialized museum sharing the story of Lakeland’s role in air cargo history through exhibits, artifacts, and educational displays.
Picturesque downtown lakefront with a promenade, Hollis Garden, public art, and frequent events. Ideal for walking and photography.
Formal botanical garden beside Lake Mirror with terraces, fountains, and plantings that make it a relaxing stop near downtown attractions.
Historic downtown district with shops, murals, architecture, and event spaces. A practical base for walking between Lakeland highlights.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lakeland, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL trains use the Jacksonville Station to Lakeland station pair. Use this guide to compare Jacksonville, FL and Lakeland, FL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Jacksonville Station is 7 km from Jacksonville city centre. Public transport options include:
Jacksonville Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Jacksonville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Jacksonville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jacksonville Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Lakeland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lakeland.
Available at Lakeland: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lakeland: Wheelchair accessible entrances and platforms.
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