How much does a train ticket cost from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?

The cheapest train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?

The average train journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?

The earliest train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland departs at 11:43. And the latest train departs at 11:43.

Train Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:43	Tri-Rail Station	3h 53m	15:36	Lakeland Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 03:51 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort Lauderdale 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

6h 20mAverage duration

175 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£24 - £89	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £112	Average duration3h 53m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5635 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £21

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
The cheapest train tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
The average train journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
The earliest train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland departs at 11:43. And the latest train departs at 11:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/12

£60

09/12

£37

Today

£60

11/12

£47

12/12

£81

13/12

£60

14/12

No data

15/12

£23

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

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

You can expect to pay from £23 to £177 for a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-15.