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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 26 atDeparture city: RaleighDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: June 27 atDestination city: LakelandDestination location: Lakeland StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - Departure time: June 26 atDeparture city: RaleighDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: June 27 atDestination city: LakelandDestination location: Lakeland StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Raleigh to LakelandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 15 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Raleigh to Lakeland: Trip Overview
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Based on 5229 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $74
Raleigh to Lakeland Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Lakeland was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Raleigh to Lakeland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $106 to $430 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Lakeland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-06-26.
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Raleigh to Lakeland is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Lakeland, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Raleigh and Lakeland, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Raleigh to Lakeland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Lakeland?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Raleigh and Lakeland is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $111 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $74. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lakeland, choose the train, as it will take you from Raleigh to Lakeland in about 15h 51m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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