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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Lakeland | Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Lakeland | Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lakeland | Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza) | No tags |
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Get from Lakeland to Tallahassee
The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Tallahassee?
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 Tallahassee
- A32670 Blue Star Hwy, Midway, FL 32343, USA
- B1021 St Augustine St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
- C329 Marriott Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32301
- D112 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lakeland, FL to Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lakeland to Tallahassee start from $42. The average price for this route is around $59. 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 Tallahassee?
The average bus trip duration from Lakeland to Tallahassee is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 215 miles (346 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lakeland to Tallahassee route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lakeland to Tallahassee?
The earliest bus departs from Lakeland to Tallahassee at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lakeland to Tallahassee?
A bus trip from Lakeland to Tallahassee generates an estimated 9 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 Tallahassee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lakeland to Tallahassee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lakeland to Tallahassee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lakeland to Tallahassee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Tallahassee was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lakeland, FL to Tallahassee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $191 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Tallahassee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
