How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Providence start at R 2 219. The average price for this route is around R 3 677. 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 Providence?

The average bus journey time from Lakeland to Providence is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1803 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Lakeland to Providence produces an estimated 45 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 Providence?

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 5752 reviews.

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

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 Providence?

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 Providence?

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 Providence from R 3 455 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Lakeland to Providence on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 6h	16:33	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 6h	16:33	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 19h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 6h	16:33	Providence Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 20h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Providence on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 12h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Lakeland	1d 19h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Lakeland	1d 20h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Providence on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Lakeland	1d 12h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	Fastest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	No tags
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Lakeland to Providence on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:40	Lakeland	1d 16h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	Fastest
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	No tags
	10:10	Lakeland Station	1d 7h	18:01	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 16hAverage duration

1803 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 219 - R 6 308	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 849 - R 9 566	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 164kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Providence?

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 Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
Visit page
B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Visit page
C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 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 from Lakeland, FL to Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Providence start at R 2 219. The average price for this route is around R 3 677. 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 Providence?
The average bus journey time from Lakeland to Providence is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1803 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Providence at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Providence?
A bus trip from Lakeland to Providence produces an estimated 45 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 Providence?
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Providence?
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 Providence?
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 Providence?
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

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29/01

R 4 954

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R 3 455

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R 4 058

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R 4 058

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The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Providence was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 455

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 Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 455 to R 17 012 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 058, which is on 2026-02-02.