What's the distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach?

The distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach is approximately 801 miles (1292 km).

How can I travel from Lakeland to Washington avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Lakeland to Washington from £56 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lakeland to Washington on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	01:20	Lakeland	1d 1h	02:50	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	01:20	Lakeland	1d 1h	02:50	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:10	Lakeland	21h 55m	08:05	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	17:20	Lakeland	1d 2h	19:20	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:25	Lakeland	1d 3h	02:50	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 21 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21h 47mAverage duration

800 milesDistance

117kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£59 - £223	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£144 - £211	Average duration21h 47m	CO₂ emissions 117kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,303 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Washington?

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US

What's the distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach?
The distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach is approximately 801 miles (1292 km).
How can I travel from Lakeland to Washington avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£147

12/11

£99

Today

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14/11

£91

15/11

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16/11

£93

17/11

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18/11

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The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £91

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £91 to £590 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £91, which is on 2025-11-14.

Usually Amtrak 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.