Find coaches from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Lakeland

Bus
Average priceUS$64 - US$138Average duration12h
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$251 - US$1,222Average duration1d 12h
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
12hAverage duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$86
Average bus trip duration12h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance418 miles
Latest bus departure21:30

Atlanta to Lakeland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Atlanta, GA - Lakeland, FL

  1. How far is Lakeland from Atlanta by coach?

    The distance between Atlanta and Lakeland by coach is approximately 420 miles (677 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Atlanta to Lakeland without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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US$58
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$58

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

You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$84 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$58, which is on 2025-08-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Atlanta to Lakeland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Atlanta to Lakeland, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Atlanta to Lakeland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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