Train from Philadelphia, PA to Lakeland, FL: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Lakeland on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Lakeland StationCheapest
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Lakeland StationFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
30th Street Station
Lakeland StationNo tags
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Lakeland StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
30th Street Station
Lakeland StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Lakeland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 28 minutes and with fares starting at just £94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 1hAverage duration
907 milesDistance
133kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£94 - £328Average duration1d 9h
37kg CO₂e
Average price£94 - £512Average duration1d 1h
133kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Lakeland start from £94. The average price for this train route is around £227. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Lakeland is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 907 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Lakeland route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Lakeland departs at 09:44. And the latest train departs at 10:38.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
£178
11/12
£215
Today
£215
13/12
£181
14/12
£218
15/12
£147
16/12
£147
17/12
£181
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £147

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

You can expect to pay from £147 to £1,434 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £147, which is on 2025-12-15.

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