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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Lakeland Station | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Penn Station | Lakeland Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Lakeland Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Lakeland Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Lakeland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Lakeland, FL by train
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 train ticket from Newark to Lakeland?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Lakeland start at $389. The average price for this train route is around $710. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newark to Lakeland?
The average train trip from Newark to Lakeland takes 1d 2h and covers 1580 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Lakeland route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Lakeland?
The earliest train from Newark to Lakeland departs at 8:39am. The latest train departs at 9:22am.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Lakeland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Lakeland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Newark to Lakeland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Lakeland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $197To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Lakeland, FL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $197 to $1,048 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2026-01-21.
