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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lakeland | Central Ave N | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:04 AM EST.
Get from Lakeland to St. Petersburg
The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and St. Petersburg?
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 St. Petersburg
- A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA - B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lakeland, FL to St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to St. Petersburg start from $28. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 St. Petersburg?
The average bus travel time from Lakeland to St. Petersburg is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to St. Petersburg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lakeland to St. Petersburg?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to St. Petersburg at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to St. Petersburg?
A bus trip from Lakeland to St. Petersburg generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lakeland to St. Petersburg?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to St. Petersburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lakeland to St. Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 St. Petersburg?
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.
The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to St. Petersburg was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lakeland, FL to St. Petersburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $22 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-12.
