How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Los Angeles start from $198. The average price for this route is around $245. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Los Angeles is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 2169 miles (3499 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Los Angeles at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Lakeland to Los Angeles generates an estimated 87 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5759 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lakeland to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lakeland to Los Angeles from $224 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25pm	Lakeland	2d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25pm	Lakeland	2d 18h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25pm	Lakeland	2d 18h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 19h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 14h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 16h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25pm	Lakeland	2d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 14h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 16h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 16h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 14h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 16h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 14h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lakeland to Los Angeles on February 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 16h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Lakeland	2d 14h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Lakeland	2d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	10:10am	Lakeland Station	4d	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours and with fares starting at just $198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 18hAverage Duration

2169 milesDistance

87kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$198 - $650	Average Duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$319 - $2,907	Average Duration3d 17h	CO₂ emissions 319kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Los Angeles?

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

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Amtrak

4/55,759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,211 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lakeland, FL to Los Angeles, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Los Angeles start from $198. The average price for this route is around $245. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Los Angeles is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 2169 miles (3499 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Los Angeles at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Lakeland to Los Angeles generates an estimated 87 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lakeland to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/12

$227

02/13

$228

Today

$224

02/15

$242

02/16

$241

02/17

$224

02/18

$224

02/19

$224

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Feb 14, 2026 with a price of $224

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $224 to $3,925 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $224 which is on 2026-02-17.

Usually Amtrak 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.