Bus Tickets from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Lakeland on November 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LakelandCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LakelandNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LakelandNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:09 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
1601 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$113 - $514Average Duration1d 5h
40kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$342 - $762Average Duration1d 15h
148kg CO₂e

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

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Lakeland?

    The distance between Chicago and Lakeland is around 1622 km (1006 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Lakeland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Lakeland.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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