Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | New York Port Authority | Lakeland | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Lakeland | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Chinatown | Lakeland | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Chinatown | Lakeland | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Lakeland | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New York City and Lakeland?
Stops in New York City
- A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - B40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- C4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Lakeland, FL by bus
How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Lakeland cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Lakeland starts at R 1 388. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City 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!
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Lakeland?
The average travel time between New York City and Lakeland is around 1d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1587 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Lakeland?
The number of buses from New York City to Lakeland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Lakeland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Lakeland?
When taking the bus from New York City to Lakeland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Lakeland?
Buses travelling between New York City and Lakeland leave from Chinatown or New York Port Authority and arrive at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House, Lakeland Bus Station.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 167To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Lakeland, FL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 167 to R 5 037 for a bus ticket from New York City to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 167, which is on 2025-11-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Lakeland, FL?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
