How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Lakeland start from $160. The average price for this route is around $234. 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 Philadelphia to Lakeland?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Lakeland is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1461 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lakeland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Lakeland at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lakeland generates an estimated 37 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 Philadelphia 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 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Lakeland?

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 Philadelphia to Lakeland?

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 Philadelphia 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.

Bus Philadelphia to Lakeland from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 9h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 15h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 15h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 9h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 15h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 9h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Lakeland on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	4:40am	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	4:10pm	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 9h	4:40am	Lakeland	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:47 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Lakeland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

1463 kmDistance

133kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$160 - $516	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$173 - $703	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 133kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Lakeland?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,141 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Lakeland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Lakeland start from $160. The average price for this route is around $234. 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 Philadelphia to Lakeland?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Lakeland is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1461 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Lakeland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Lakeland at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Lakeland?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Lakeland generates an estimated 37 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 Philadelphia 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 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Lakeland?
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 Philadelphia to Lakeland?
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 Philadelphia 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.