How far is Lakeland from New York City?

The distance between the two cities is 984 miles (1587 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to New York City?

Most of the buses traveling from Lakeland to New York City leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at GW Bridge. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Empire State Building, The Shed, 9/11 Tribute Center, Bronx Zoo and The High Line.

Bus Lakeland to New York City from $80 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TomorrowAug 1

from $141

SatAug 2

from $130

SunAug 3

from $133

MonAug 4

from $121

TueAug 5

from $121

WedAug 6

from $121

ThuAug 7

FriAug 8

Next departures to New York City

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 1 at 9:05pm
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: August 3 at 3:45am
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 6h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 1 at 11:10am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland Station
Arrival time: August 2 at 11:18am
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: August 1 at 11:10am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland Station
Arrival time: August 2 at 11:18am
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: August 1 at 3:40am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: August 2 at 7:15am
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: New York Port Authority
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h
Departure time: August 1 at 10:10am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: August 2 at 1:15pm
Destination city: New York City
Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to New York City.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $319	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$435 - $435	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $435, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

$435Cheapest ticket

145kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland, FL to New York City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$166

Average bus trip duration1d 8h

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance984 miles (1586 km)

Latest bus departure11:25pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,826 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,147 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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

4/55,352 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Lakeland to New York City Bus

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

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

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Lakeland to New York City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and New York City?

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Stops in New York City

A - GW Bridge

B - New York Port Authority

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lakeland, FL - New York City

How far is Lakeland from New York City?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to New York City?
What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

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

Best price found

07/29

$129

07/30

$256

Today

$191

08/01

$134

08/02

$123

08/03

$126

08/04

$119

08/05

$114

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to New York City was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of $114

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $114 to $1,722 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2025-08-05.

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.

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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 Lakeland to New York City 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 Lakeland to New York City, 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 Lakeland to New York City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lakeland to New York City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland, FL to New York City?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$166	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 4h	Avg Price$435	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Lakeland, FL by bus?

Bus from Lakeland, FL to New York City

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Train from Lakeland, FL to New York City

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Bus Tickets from Lakeland, FL to New York City

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Bus Lakeland, FL to New York City: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and New York City?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lakeland, FL - New York City

How far is Lakeland from New York City?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to New York City?

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland, FL to New York City?

Will you be returning to Lakeland, FL by bus?

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Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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