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Get from Tampa to Lakeland
The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Lakeland?
Stops in Tampa
- A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605 - B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA - C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA - D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA - E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA - F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa 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 Tampa to Lakeland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Lakeland start from $20. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Tampa to Lakeland?
The average bus travel time from Tampa to Lakeland is 45m, covering a distance of 51 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Lakeland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Lakeland at 6:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Lakeland?
A bus trip from Tampa to Lakeland generates an estimated 1 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 Tampa 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 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Lakeland, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $36 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
