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Next departures

Next departures from Lakeland to Chicago on 23 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Lakeland
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus
Lakeland
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Lakeland
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lakeland
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus
Lakeland
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Bus Lakeland, FL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$146
Average bus trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure03:40
Distance1004 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Lakeland to Chicago Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland, FL - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Lakeland and Chicago by coach?

    The distance between Lakeland and Chicago by coach is approximately 1006 miles (1622 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/09
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15/09
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US$101
17/09
US$100
18/09
US$148
19/09
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20/09
US$107
21/09
US$108
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Sept 2025 with a price of US$100

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$100 to US$161 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$100, which is on 2025-09-17.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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