Bus Tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL

TodayJul 31
from $71
TomorrowAug 1
from $65
SatAug 2
from $66
SunAug 3
MonAug 4
from $52
TueAug 5
from $62
WedAug 6
ThuAug 7

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Lakeland
    Destination location: Lakeland
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Lakeland.

Bus
Average Price$40 - $84Average Duration6h 45m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$22 - $290Average Duration4h 40m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Jacksonville to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
6h 45mAverage Duration
$40Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$62
Average bus trip duration6h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure9:00am
Distance156 miles (251 km)
Latest bus departure9:45pm

Jacksonville to Lakeland Bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/29
$57
07/30
$49
Today
$63
08/01
$57
08/02
$59
08/03
$32
08/04
$45
08/05
$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Aug 3, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $71 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-08-03.

Usually FlixBus Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Lakeland, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Jacksonville to Lakeland that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Jacksonville to Lakeland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL

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Train from Jacksonville, FL to Lakeland, FL

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