What is the distance between Lakeland and Atlanta?

About 420 miles (677 km) separate Lakeland and Atlanta.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Atlanta?

If you're headed to Atlanta from Lakeland, chances are that your bus will leave from Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Doraville Tornado Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Atlanta Botanical Garden, World of Coca-Cola, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Atlanta History Center.

Bus Lakeland to Atlanta from $50 | Refundable Tickets

TodaySep 2

from $111

TomorrowSep 3

from $80

ThuSep 4

from $57

FriSep 5

from $61

SatSep 6

from $70

SunSep 7

from $75

MonSep 8

from $67

TueSep 9

from $67

Next departures to Atlanta

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: September 3 at 10:10am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: September 3 at 9:15pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 5m
Departure time: September 3 at 3:40am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: September 3 at 3:25pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 45m
Departure time: September 3 at 4:10pm
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: September 4 at 4:10am
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h
Departure time: September 3 at 10:10am
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland
Arrival time: September 3 at 11:35pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Civic Center MARTA Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
Departure time: September 3 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Lakeland
Departure location: Lakeland Station
Arrival time: September 5 at 8:43am
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Peachtree Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lakeland to Atlanta.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $124	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$256 - $256	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Lakeland to Atlanta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

13h 10mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland, FL to Atlanta, GA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$74

Average bus trip duration13h 10m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance418 miles (673 km)

Latest bus departure11:25pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound Lakeland Atlanta recent customer reviews

First time using Greyhound since 1980’s Sadly everything has declined Very dirty, seats badly worn and uncomfortable, broken parts, bathrooms extremely smelly and dirty

Gregory S.

May 21, 2023

this was my first time on a bus and was very impressed I would take another one no problem

Cheryl G.

November 8, 2017

Greyhound

3.5/587,228 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lakeland Atlanta recent customer reviews

First time using Greyhound since 1980’s Sadly everything has declined Very dirty, seats badly worn and uncomfortable, broken parts, bathrooms extremely smelly and dirty

Gregory S.

May 21, 2023

this was my first time on a bus and was very impressed I would take another one no problem

Cheryl G.

November 8, 2017

Amtrak

4/55,439 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5439 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 $197

Greyhound Lakeland Atlanta recent customer reviews

First time using Greyhound since 1980’s Sadly everything has declined Very dirty, seats badly worn and uncomfortable, broken parts, bathrooms extremely smelly and dirty

Gregory S.

May 21, 2023

this was my first time on a bus and was very impressed I would take another one no problem

Cheryl G.

November 8, 2017

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Lakeland to Atlanta Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lakeland and Atlanta?

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Airport

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lakeland, FL - Atlanta, GA

What is the distance between Lakeland and Atlanta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Atlanta?
What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

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

Best price found

08/31

$66

09/01

$70

Today

$99

09/03

$73

09/04

$50

09/05

$54

09/06

$63

09/07

$68

The cheapest trip from Lakeland, FL to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $50

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 Atlanta, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $50 to $1,484 for a bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-09-04.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lakeland to Atlanta.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Lakeland to Atlanta while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

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

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time13h 10m	Avg Price$74	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 15h	Avg Price$256	Daily Departures1

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Bus Lakeland, FL to Atlanta, GA: Trip Overview

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Lakeland, FL - Atlanta, GA

What is the distance between Lakeland and Atlanta?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lakeland to Atlanta?

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

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

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