How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start from $131. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 907 miles (1462 km). The quickest bus can get 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 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia generates an estimated 37 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 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 has the most timely service from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

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 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 $162 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lakeland to Philadelphia on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:50pm	Lakeland	1d 7h	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	11:10am	Lakeland Station	22h 38m	9:48am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	11:10am	Lakeland Station	22h 38m	9:48am	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:10am	Lakeland	1d 4h	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	10:10am	Lakeland	1d 2h	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:36 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

907 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$131 - $267	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$215 - $1,718	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
Visit page
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

3.5/511,483 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

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Philadelphia start from $131. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Philadelphia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 907 miles (1462 km). The quickest bus can get 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 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia generates an estimated 37 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 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 has the most timely service from Lakeland to Philadelphia?
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 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$259

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$162

12/01

$310

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The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $162

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.

You can expect to pay from $162 to $2,207 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2025-12-01.