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Today18 Jun
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from US$121
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from US$137
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from US$177
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Next departures to Philadelphia

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Lakeland
    Departure location: Lakeland Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lakeland to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$93 - US$318Average duration1d 9h
36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$280 - US$280Average duration1d 2h
133kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lakeland to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just US$280, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$280Cheapest ticket
133kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lakeland to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$194
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses14.363636363636362
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance905 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Lakeland to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lakeland (FL) - Philadelphia (PA)

  1. How far is Philadelphia from Lakeland by coach?

    The journey from Lakeland to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 909 miles (1466 km).

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

    To travel from Lakeland to Philadelphia without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. 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.

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US$342
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lakeland to Philadelphia was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$342

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

You can expect to pay from US$342 to US$896 for a bus ticket from Lakeland to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$342, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Lakeland to Philadelphia.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 Philadelphia, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lakeland to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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 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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lakeland to Philadelphia?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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