What is the distance between Lakeland and Gainesville?

About 114 miles (184 km) separate Lakeland and Gainesville.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Gainesville?

If you're headed to Gainesville from Lakeland, chances are that your bus will leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Rosa Parks Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Lakeland to Gainesville from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lakeland to Gainesville on October 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:50pm	Lakeland	4h 15m	1:05am	Rosa Parks Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Lakeland to Gainesville on October 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Lakeland	4h 35m	8:15am	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:10am	Lakeland	4h 25m	2:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	12:38pm	Lakeland	5h 45m	6:23pm	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Gainesville on October 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Lakeland	4h 35m	8:15am	Gainesville Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:10am	Lakeland	4h 25m	2:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25pm	Lakeland	8h 25m	7:50am	Gainesville Bus Stop	No tags
	12:38pm	Lakeland	5h 10m	5:48pm	Williston Rd & I-75	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:50 PM EDT.

Bus Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$46

Average bus trip duration4h 35m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance115 miles (185 km)

Latest bus departure11:25pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,812 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,302 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Tornado Bus

3/5146 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $148 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Lakeland to Gainesville Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Gainesville?

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Stops in Gainesville

A - Rosa Parks Station

B - Williston Rd & I-75

C - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lakeland, FL - Gainesville, FL

What is the distance between Lakeland and Gainesville?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Gainesville?

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

Best price found

10/05

$26

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$26

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$24

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$24

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$24

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$29

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The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $140 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-10-08.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.

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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 Lakeland to Gainesville.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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Bus Tickets from Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, FL

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Bus Lakeland, FL to Gainesville, FL: Trip Overview

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What is the distance between Lakeland and Gainesville?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Gainesville?

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