How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Lakeland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Lakeland start from $204. The average price for this route is around $256. 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 Washington to Lakeland?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Lakeland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Lakeland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Lakeland at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Lakeland generates an estimated 32 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 Washington 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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Lakeland from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Lakeland on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:20pm	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	1d 8h	10:00pm	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	1d 8h	10:00pm	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Union Station	1d 12h	11:35am	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Union Station	1d 6h	5:15am	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:55am	Union Station	1d 4h	11:35am	Lakeland	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lakeland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1298 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$204 - $460	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$262 - $383	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 117kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Lakeland?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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

3.5/511,575 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,426 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Lakeland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Lakeland start from $204. The average price for this route is around $256. 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 Washington to Lakeland?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Lakeland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Lakeland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Lakeland at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Lakeland?
A bus trip from Washington to Lakeland generates an estimated 32 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 Washington 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $160

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

You can expect to pay from $160 to $160 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-15.