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Today28 Jun
from US$81
Tomorrow29 Jun
from US$33
Mon30 Jun
from US$48
Tue1 Jul
from US$51
Wed2 Jul
from US$41
Thu3 Jul
from US$65
Fri4 Jul
from US$39
Sat5 Jul
from US$39

Next departures to Jacksonville

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Jacksonville
    Destination location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Jacksonville
    Destination location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Jacksonville
    Destination location: Jacksonville Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Jacksonville
    Destination location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Jacksonville
    Destination location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Jacksonville

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$94Average duration7h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$27 - US$125Average duration4h 48m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to Jacksonville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Jacksonville. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 48mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland to Jacksonville: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration7h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance156 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Lakeland to Jacksonville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland, FL - Jacksonville, FL

  1. How far is Jacksonville from Lakeland by coach?

    The journey from Lakeland to Jacksonville by coach covers an approximate distance of 160 miles (257 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Jacksonville from Lakeland without a car?

    You can reach Jacksonville from Lakeland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/06
US$54
27/06
US$48
Today
US$74
29/06
US$30
30/06
US$40
01/07
US$48
02/07
US$38
03/07
US$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland to Jacksonville was searched and found on 29 Jun 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$400 for a bus ticket from Lakeland to Jacksonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-06-29.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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

Did you know?

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

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.

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!

Will you be returning to Lakeland by bus?

Bus from Lakeland to Jacksonville

You can also go to Jacksonville by train

Train from Lakeland to Jacksonville

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