Find coaches from Gainesville, GA to Lakeland, FL

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Next departures from Gainesville to Lakeland on 11 October
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
LakelandCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Lakeland

Bus
Average priceUS$64 - US$64Average duration16h 15m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$1,230 - US$1,230Average duration1d 11h
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16h 15mAverage duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville, GA to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$64
Average bus trip duration16h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure22:20
Distance441 miles

Gainesville to Lakeland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, GA - Lakeland, FL

  1. What's the distance between Gainesville and Lakeland by coach?

    The distance between Gainesville and Lakeland by coach is approximately 446 miles (720 km).

  2. How can I travel from Gainesville to Lakeland avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to Lakeland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gainesville to Lakeland.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Lakeland, FL?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Gainesville, GA by bus?

Bus from Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, GA

You can also go to Lakeland, FL by train

Train from Gainesville, GA to Lakeland, FL

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