How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start at R 2 292. The average price for this route is around R 2 844. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 1462 km. The fastest bus gets 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 16 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 trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 R 2 832 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lakeland to Philadelphia on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:10	Lakeland	1d 7h	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Lakeland	1d 6h	16:30	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:20	Lakeland	1d 16h	09:30	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:20	Lakeland	1d 6h	23:25	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:20	Lakeland	1d 10h	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 10hAverage duration

1462 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 292 - R 4 668	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 761 - R 30 120	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
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

3.5/511 477 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start at R 2 292. The average price for this route is around R 2 844. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 1462 km. The fastest bus gets 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 16 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 trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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.

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The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 832

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.