How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to New York City start from $99. The average price for this route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to New York City?

The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to New York City is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 981 miles (1583 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Lakeland to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to New York City at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to New York City?

A bus trip from Lakeland to New York City generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lakeland to New York City?

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 New York City?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to New York City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City?

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 New York City from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lakeland to New York City on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Lakeland	1d 7h	11:45pm	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Lakeland	1d 8h	5:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Lakeland	1d 13h	1:00pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:25pm	Lakeland	1d 7h	7:15am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Lakeland	1d 8h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

985 milesDistance

145kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $614	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$145 - $1,785	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and New York City?

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 New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 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.

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lakeland, FL to New York City by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to New York City start from $99. The average price for this route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to New York City?
The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to New York City is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 981 miles (1583 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to New York City at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to New York City?
A bus trip from Lakeland to New York City generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lakeland to New York City?
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 New York City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City?
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

11/27

$182

11/28

$156

Today

$369

11/30

$220

12/01

$156

12/02

No data

12/03

$117

12/04

No data

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to New York City was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $117

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $117 to $1,062 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.