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Bus Gainesville to Lakeland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$58
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 25m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance177 km
Latest bus departure10:40pm

Gainesville to Lakeland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville (FL) - Lakeland (FL)

  1. How long is the bus trip from Gainesville to Lakeland?

    The typical travel time from Gainesville to Lakeland by bus is around 4h 25m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 4h 5m.

  2. How far is Gainesville from Lakeland?

    The distance covered from Gainesville to Lakeland is 184 km (114 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gainesville to Lakeland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Rosa Parks Station, in Gainesville, and end it at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Lakeland.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Gainesville to Lakeland?

    The least expensive option to go from Gainesville to Lakeland would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$31, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Gainesville to Lakeland?

    The bus fare from Gainesville to Lakeland is approximately US$58.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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