How much is the train ticket from Miami to Lakeland?

The cheapest train tickets from Miami to Lakeland start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Miami to Lakeland?

The average train ride duration from Miami to Lakeland is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Miami to Lakeland route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Miami to Lakeland?

The earliest train departs from Miami to Lakeland at 11:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:05am.

Train Miami to Lakeland from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Lakeland on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:05am	Amtrak Station	4h 31m	3:36pm	Lakeland Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Miami to Lakeland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $120	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $146	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences with Amtrak, highlighting its high quality and clean environment. Many found their first-time travel to be fun and easy, indicating a reliable service that meets customer expectations for comfort and enjoyment.

Amtrak Miami Lakeland recent customer reviews

Really impressive, coming from England where the trains are awful, the price, the comfiness what amazing, leg room, reclining seats, and a whole carriage for food which was decent as well. And for $24 for the ticket it was a bargain. Definitely recommend!

George S.

December 8, 2024

I never expected Amtrak to be a high quality 5 star like what I experienced traveling for the first time.

Harry G.

November 17, 2022

It was my first time using Amtrak and it was great! Fun, easy and clean!

Anastasiia B.

July 15, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL by train

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 train ticket from Miami to Lakeland?
The cheapest train tickets from Miami to Lakeland start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Miami to Lakeland?
The average train ride duration from Miami to Lakeland is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Miami to Lakeland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Miami to Lakeland?
The earliest train departs from Miami to Lakeland at 11:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:05am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$78

12/10

$60

Today

$78

12/12

$105

12/13

$105

12/14

$105

12/15

$78

12/16

$47

The cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $230 for a train ticket from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 15m	Avg Price$53	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 31m	Avg Price$50	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Miami, FL and Lakeland, FL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $50 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lakeland, FL, choose the train, as it will take you from Miami, FL to Lakeland, FL in about 4h 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!