How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Lakeland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Lakeland start from $192. The average price for this route is around $272. 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 Dallas to Lakeland?

The average bus travel time from Dallas to Lakeland is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1513 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Dallas to Lakeland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Lakeland at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Dallas to Lakeland generates an estimated 38 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 Dallas to Lakeland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Dallas to Lakeland from $182 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dallas to Lakeland on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:25pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 20h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:05pm	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:20pm	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 21h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Lakeland on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:05am	Dallas Bus Station	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:25pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 20h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:05pm	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Lakeland on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:05am	Dallas Bus Station	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 21h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:20pm	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 21h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:50pm	Dallas / Fort Worth Airport (Irving), TX	1d 22h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Lakeland on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:20pm	Dallas Bus Station	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:05am	Dallas Bus Station	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:25pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 21h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:05pm	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 11h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:23 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas 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, 11 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1513 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$192 - $589	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$458 - $2,727	Average Duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Lakeland?

Stops in Dallas

A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
B
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Visit page
C
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
Visit page
D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, 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

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,141 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Lakeland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Lakeland start from $192. The average price for this route is around $272. 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 Dallas to Lakeland?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to Lakeland is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1513 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Lakeland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Lakeland at 4:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Lakeland?
A bus trip from Dallas to Lakeland generates an estimated 38 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 Dallas to Lakeland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Lakeland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas 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 Dallas to Lakeland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $202

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

You can expect to pay from $202 to $331 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $202 which is on 2026-01-26.