What is the distance between Charlotte and Lakeland?

The distance between the two cities is 501 miles (807 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Lakeland?

If you're headed to Lakeland from Charlotte, chances are that your bus will depart from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company and arrive at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Charlotte to Lakeland from $122 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charlotte to Lakeland on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:00am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	18h 15m	5:15am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:00am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	18h 15m	5:15am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:30pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	18h 5m	11:35am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	18h 5m	11:35am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:05pm	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 30m	11:35am	Lakeland	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

19h 45mAverage Duration

498 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $254	Average Duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$120 - $177	Average Duration22h 18m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,384 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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