How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Lakeland?

The cheapest coach tickets from New York City to Lakeland start from £80. The average price for this route is around £133. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New York City to Lakeland?

The average bus journey time from New York City to Lakeland is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 981 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Lakeland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Lakeland?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Lakeland at 05:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Lakeland?

A bus journey from New York City to Lakeland produces an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from New York City 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Lakeland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City to Lakeland from £113 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	14:40	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 7h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	16:30	Chinatown	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:45	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	1d 20h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:15	Queens (Flushing)	1d 20h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:00	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 9h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:45	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 11h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	GW Bridge	1d 16h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	GW Bridge	1d 8h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	16:30	Chinatown	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:00	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 9h	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	14:40	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 7h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	14:40	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 7h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lakeland on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	1d 18h	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:00	Lakeland	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
	Bus	14:40	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 7h	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	04:40	Lakeland	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:28 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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, 2 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just £111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 2hAverage duration

985 milesDistance

145kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£80 - £352	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£111 - £1,154	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Lakeland?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, 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

3.5/511,603 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 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 by bus from New York City to Lakeland, FL

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Lakeland?
The cheapest coach tickets from New York City to Lakeland start from £80. The average price for this route is around £133. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New York City to Lakeland?
The average bus journey time from New York City to Lakeland is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 981 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Lakeland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Lakeland?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Lakeland at 05:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Lakeland?
A bus journey from New York City to Lakeland produces an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from New York City 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Lakeland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City 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 New York City 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.

Best price found

12/12

£112

13/12

£126

Today

£113

15/12

No data

16/12

No data

17/12

£129

18/12

£163

19/12

£150

The cheapest trip from New York City to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £112

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

You can expect to pay from £112 to £163 for a bus ticket from New York City to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £129, which is on 2025-12-17.