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Bus Gainesville to Lakeland: Trip Overview

Bus Gainesville to Lakeland: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94
Average bus trip duration14h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:20 AM
Distance441 miles (711 km)
Latest bus departure10:15 PM

Gainesville to Lakeland Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Gainesville to Lakeland.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Gainesville to Lakeland from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lakeland from Gainesville, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures10:20AM - 10:15PM
Minimum Price$83
Average Ticket Price$94
Minimum Trip Duration13h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration14h55m
Distance441 miles (711 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Gainesville - Lakeland

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The travel time from Gainesville to Lakeland is about 14h 55m, although the fastest bus will take 13h 20m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 446 miles (720 km) that separate the two cities.

About 446 miles (720 km) separate Gainesville and Lakeland.

You can choose from 2 travel times and travel with Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Gainesville to Lakeland may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Gainesville to Lakeland a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 10:20 AM and ending at 10:15 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Gainesville to Lakeland leave from La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop and arrive at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Gainesville to Lakeland by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $83.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Gainesville to Lakeland is $94. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $83 and $106, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Gainesville to Lakeland. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Gainesville to Lakeland but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gainesville to Lakeland.

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 to Lakeland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time14h 55mAvg Price$94Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 11hAvg Price$172Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Gainesville and Lakeland is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $94 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lakeland, choose the bus, as it will take you from Gainesville to Lakeland in about 14h 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Gainesville by bus?

Bus from Lakeland to Gainesville

You can also go to Lakeland by train

Train from Gainesville to Lakeland

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