Bus from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
LakelandCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
LakelandNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
LakelandNo tags
FlixBusBus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
LakelandNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Miami to Lakeland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 31mAverage Duration
184 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$37 - $117Average Duration7h 15m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$27 - $146Average Duration4h 31m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Miami to Lakeland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to Lakeland start from $37. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Miami to Lakeland?

    The average bus trip duration from Miami to Lakeland is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 190 miles (306 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Miami to Lakeland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Miami to Lakeland?

    The earliest bus departs from Miami to Lakeland at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Miami to Lakeland?

    A bus trip from Miami to Lakeland generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Miami to Lakeland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Miami to Lakeland?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Miami to Lakeland?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Miami to Lakeland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11/28
$53
11/29
$58
Today
$58
12/01
$46
12/02
$37
12/03
$35
12/04
$32
12/05
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $140 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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