How far is Lakeland from Orlando by coach?

The distance between Orlando and Lakeland by coach is approximately 49 miles (79 km).

Is there a way to reach Lakeland from Orlando without a car?

The best way to go from Orlando to Lakeland without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Orlando to Lakeland from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Orlando to Lakeland on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:45	Orlando Bus Station	1h 15m	22:00	Lakeland	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Orlando to Lakeland on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Orlando Bus Station	1h 15m	22:00	Lakeland	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Orlando Bus Station	50m	05:15	Lakeland	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Orlando Bus Station	1h 5m	04:40	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	03:45	The Florida Mall	1h 30m	05:15	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	14:00	Orlando Bus Station	2h 10m	16:10	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from Orlando to Lakeland on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Orlando Bus Station	1h 5m	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Orlando Bus Station	50m	05:15	Lakeland	Fastest
Bus	09:20	Orlando Bus Station	1h 20m	10:40	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	14:00	Orlando Bus Station	2h 10m	16:10	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	20:45	Orlando Bus Station	1h 15m	22:00	Lakeland	No tags

Next departures from Orlando to Lakeland on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Orlando Bus Station	1h 5m	04:40	Lakeland	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Orlando Bus Station	50m	05:15	Lakeland	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Orlando Bus Station	2h 10m	16:10	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	20:45	Orlando Bus Station	1h 15m	22:00	Lakeland	No tags
Bus	03:45	The Florida Mall	1h 30m	05:15	Lakeland	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Orlando 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 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

47 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£11 - £29	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £23	Average duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Orlando and Lakeland?

Stops in Orlando

A
Orlando Bus Station
555 N John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32805
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B
Orlando RedCoach Station
RedCoach Station, 1777 McCoy Road, Orlando, FL 32809
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C
Jet Set Express Terminal
Jet Set Express Terminal, 3718 LB Mcleod Rd., 32805 Orlando, FL,, United States
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D
Disney World
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, 1701 West Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, FL 32830
E
International Dr SuperTours Terminal
5419 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
F
Seaworld Hotels
10100 International Drive , Orlando, 32821

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

3.5/511,451 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87397 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £12

Greyhound Orlando Lakeland recent customer reviews

Nice smooth journey. Coach was comfortable.

Mark M.

10 October 2019

The ticket office staff were great, the bus driver was very rude.

Tamlyn L.

16 July 2019

Awesome trip! Hassle-free not a worry just sat back and relaxed

John B.

7 February 2017

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Orlando to Lakeland, FL

How far is Lakeland from Orlando by coach?
The distance between Orlando and Lakeland by coach is approximately 49 miles (79 km).
Is there a way to reach Lakeland from Orlando without a car?
The best way to go from Orlando to Lakeland without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£10

25/11

£11

Today

£11

27/11

£9

28/11

£9

29/11

£9

30/11

£10

01/12

£9

The cheapest trip from Orlando to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £21 for a bus ticket from Orlando 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 2025-11-28.