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Sun22 Jun
from US$124
Mon23 Jun
from US$123
Tue24 Jun
from US$121
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
Fri27 Jun
Sat28 Jun
Sun29 Jun

Next departures to Washington

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 24 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$89 - US$337Average duration1d 2h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$119 - US$409Average duration21h 45m
117kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 21 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
21h 45mAverage duration
US$119Cheapest ticket
117kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$164
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses6.5636363636363635
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance798 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Lakeland to Washington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland, FL - Washington, DC, US

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

    The distance between Lakeland and Washington by coach is approximately 801 miles (1292 km).

  2. How can I travel from Lakeland to Washington avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel 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 might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/06
US$146
19/06
US$189
Today
US$315
21/06
US$315
22/06
US$386
23/06
US$315
24/06
US$257
25/06
US$174
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland to Washington was searched and found on 18 Jun 2025 with a price of US$146

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

You can expect to pay from US$146 to US$841 for a bus ticket from Lakeland to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$174, which is on 2025-06-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lakeland and Washington!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Lakeland to Washington, 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 Lakeland to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lakeland to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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Bus from Lakeland to Washington

You can also go to Washington by train

Train from Lakeland to Washington

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