Bus Tickets from Lakeland (FL) to Philadelphia (PA)

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from US$214
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from US$166
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Next departures to Philadelphia

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$93 - US$292Average Duration1d 7h
36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$280 - US$280Average Duration1d 2h
133kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$280, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$280Cheapest ticket
133kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$214
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure4:20am
Distance1459 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Lakeland to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland (FL) - Philadelphia (PA)

  1. How long does it take to get to Philadelphia from Lakeland by bus?

    The bus ride from Lakeland to Philadelphia takes 1d 7h, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Philadelphia in about 23h 5m.

  2. What is the distance between Lakeland and Philadelphia?

    The distance between Lakeland and Philadelphia is approximately 1466 km (909 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Lakeland will take you to Philadelphia Airport in Philadelphia.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

    The least expensive option to go from Lakeland to Philadelphia would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$93, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

    The bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia will cost you US$214, on average.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

    Yes! If you're heading from Lakeland to Philadelphia, you'll find buses departing until 11:25pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$342
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia was searched and found on Jun 1, 2025 with a price of US$342

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

You can expect to pay from US$342 to US$896 for a bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$342 which is on 2025-06-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Lakeland to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lakeland to Philadelphia will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

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!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Lakeland by bus?

Bus from Lakeland to Philadelphia

You can also go to Philadelphia by train

Train from Lakeland to Philadelphia

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