How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Lakeland start from $105. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Lakeland is 13h 10m, covering a distance of 672 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Lakeland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Lakeland at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Lakeland?

A bus trip from Atlanta to Lakeland generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Atlanta to Lakeland?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Lakeland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Lakeland?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Atlanta to Lakeland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Atlanta to Lakeland from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Lakeland on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 5m	2:35pm	Lakeland	Cheapest
	Bus	11:30am	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 30m	10:00pm	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40pm	Atlanta Bus Station	12h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Civic Center MARTA Station	11h	10:00pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	14h 20m	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Lakeland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

13h 10mAverage Duration

672 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $256	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$306 - $3,490	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Lakeland?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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B
Atlanta Airport
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA

Stops in Lakeland

A
Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)
3420 US-98 North , Lakeland, FL 33809-3803
B
Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House
3244 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33805
C
Lakeland Bus Station
303 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,484 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Lakeland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Lakeland start from $105. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Lakeland?
The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Lakeland is 13h 10m, covering a distance of 672 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Lakeland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Lakeland at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Lakeland?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Lakeland generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Atlanta to Lakeland?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Lakeland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Lakeland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Atlanta to Lakeland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11-28

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11-29

$164

Today

$167

12-01

$190

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The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $212 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $190 which is on 2025-12-01.