How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

The cheapest coach tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start from £78. The average price for this route is around £158. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Lakeland to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 903 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Philadelphia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Philadelphia at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

A bus journey from Lakeland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

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 Lakeland to Philadelphia?

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 Lakeland to Philadelphia from £73 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 15h	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 7h	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	23:25	Lakeland	1d 9h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 15h	15:10	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 21h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:40	Lakeland	1d 10h	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 4h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 7h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	23:25	Lakeland	1d 9h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 7h	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 13h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 5h	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 7h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 18h	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 11h	03:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10	Lakeland Station	23h 5m	09:15	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 7h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	03:40	Lakeland	1d 10h	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 18h	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 8h	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10	Lakeland Station	23h 5m	09:15	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	23h 5m	09:15	30th Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 7h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	03:40	Lakeland	1d 10h	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 18h	11:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:25	Lakeland	1d 9h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	23h 5m	09:15	30th Street Station	Fastest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	23h 5m	09:15	30th Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 7h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	03:40	Lakeland	1d 10h	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 06:41 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 10hAverage duration

903 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£78 - £292	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£98 - £1,502	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 133kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Philadelphia?

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,145 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start from £78. The average price for this route is around £158. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Lakeland to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 903 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Philadelphia at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Lakeland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
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 Lakeland to Philadelphia?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/01

£117

23/01

£129

Today

£179

25/01

£126

26/01

£174

27/01

£144

28/01

£144

29/01

£97

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £97

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

You can expect to pay from £97 to £965 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £97, which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.