Find coaches from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

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Next departures from Chicago to Lakeland on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
    		Downtown Greyhound Station
    		LakelandNo tags
    FlixBus + Greyhound
      		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
      		LakelandNo tags
      Greyhound + FlixBus
        		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
        		LakelandNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound
          		537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
          		LakelandNo tags
          Greyhound + FlixBus
            		537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
            		LakelandNo tags

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            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 R 1 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            11bus per day
            1d 5hAverage duration
            1601 kmDistance
            40kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 1 390 - R 6 350Average duration1d 5h
            40kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 4 217 - R 9 406Average duration1d 15h
            148kg CO₂e

            Bus Chicago to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 3 016
            Average bus trip duration1d 5h
            Number of daily buses11
            Earliest bus departure00:30
            Distance1601 km
            Latest bus departure23:59

            Chicago to Lakeland Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Lakeland, FL

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Lakeland cost?

              The bus ticket price from Chicago to Lakeland starts at R 1 390. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Lakeland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Lakeland?

              The average travel time between Chicago and Lakeland is around 1d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1622 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Lakeland?

              The number of buses from Chicago to Lakeland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Lakeland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Lakeland?

              When taking the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Lakeland?

              Buses travelling between Chicago and Lakeland leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House, Lakeland Bus Station.

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

            Best price found
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            02/11
            R 2 649
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            R 2 373
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            R 2 764
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 373

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

            You can expect to pay from R 2 373 to R 2 889 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 764, which is on 2025-11-04.

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            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Lakeland, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Lakeland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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