How long is the bus trip from Kansas City to Lakeland?

The bus ride from Kansas City to Lakeland takes 1d 8h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Lakeland in 1d 8h

How far is Kansas City from Lakeland?

The distance between Kansas City and Lakeland is around 1696 km (1052 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kansas City to Lakeland?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Kansas City, and end it at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Lakeland.

What is the cheapest way to go from Kansas City to Lakeland?

Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Kansas City to Lakeland. With a starting ticket price of US$170, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Kansas City to Lakeland?

Taking the bus from Kansas City to Lakeland costs on average US$277.

Can I take an overnight bus from Kansas City to Lakeland?

Yes! Catch buses leaving from Kansas City until 6:50pm and reaching Lakeland on the following day.

Kansas City (MO) to Lakeland (FL) Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 11 at 6:50pm
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
Arrival time: June 13 at 4:30am
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-06-04 CDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Lakeland

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$170 - US$333	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$458 - US$534	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

US$170Cheapest ticket

42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City to Lakeland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$277

Average Bus Trip Duration1d 8h

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure8:35am

Distance1689 km

Latest bus departure6:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,029 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Based on 87029 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$228.00

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Kansas City to Lakeland Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Kansas City to Lakeland. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Kansas City to Lakeland will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Kansas City to Lakeland, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Lakeland?

Stops in Kansas City

A - Greyhound Station

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City (MO) - Lakeland (FL)

How long is the bus trip from Kansas City to Lakeland?
The bus ride from Kansas City to Lakeland takes 1d 8h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Lakeland in 1d 8h
How far is Kansas City from Lakeland?
The distance between Kansas City and Lakeland is around 1696 km (1052 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kansas City to Lakeland?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Kansas City, and end it at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Lakeland.
What is the cheapest way to go from Kansas City to Lakeland?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Kansas City to Lakeland. With a starting ticket price of US$170, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Kansas City to Lakeland?
Taking the bus from Kansas City to Lakeland costs on average US$277.
Can I take an overnight bus from Kansas City to Lakeland?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from Kansas City until 6:50pm and reaching Lakeland on the following day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Kansas City and Lakeland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Kansas City to Lakeland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Kansas City to Lakeland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Kansas City to Lakeland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City to Lakeland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1d 8h	Avg PriceUS$277	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2d 3h	Avg PriceUS$534	Daily Departures1

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