Bus Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

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from $26

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from $28

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from $27

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Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 5m	12:35 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$26	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/16/2025 12:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/16/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	4h 5m	5:55 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/16/2025 5:55:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/16/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	6h 0m	10:40 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/16/2025 10:40:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/17/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	2:35 PM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/16/2025 2:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/16/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	7h 30m	8:35 AM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	4:05 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/16/2025 8:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/16/2025 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 5m	12:35 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$28	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/20/2025 12:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/20/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	5h 25m	10:40 AM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	4:05 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/20/2025 10:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/20/2025 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	2:35 PM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$61	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/20/2025 2:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/20/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	5:55 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/20/2025 5:55:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/20/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
FlixBus	6h 0m	10:40 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/20/2025 10:40:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 5m	12:35 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$27	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/21/2025 12:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
Greyhound US	4h 10m	6:30 AM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	10:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/21/2025 6:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	2:35 PM	Gainesville, FL	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/21/2025 2:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	5h 25m	10:40 AM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	4:05 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/21/2025 10:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
FlixBus	4h 5m	5:55 PM	Gainesville, FL	Rosa Parks Transfer station	10:00 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Rosa Parks Transfer station, Gainesville, FL (USA) at 7/21/2025 5:55:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/21/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m

Frequency of bus connections between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL

See here how frequent the connections between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL starting from $26!

Cheapest Bus	$26
Fastest Bus	4h 5m
Earliest Bus	12:35 AM
Latest Bus	10:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	113.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Gainesville, FL for Lakeland, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/16/2025 and for the following days.

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Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/13

Monday 07/14

Tuesday 07/15

Wednesday 07/16

$26

Thursday 07/17

Friday 07/18

Saturday 07/19

Sunday 07/20

$28

Monday 07/21

$27

Tuesday 07/22

Wednesday 07/23

$27

Thursday 07/24

$27

Friday 07/25

Saturday 07/26

Sunday 07/27

Monday 07/28

Tuesday 07/29

Wednesday 07/30

Thursday 07/31

Friday 08/01

Saturday 08/02

Sunday 08/03

Monday 08/04

Tuesday 08/05

Wednesday 08/06

Thursday 08/07

Friday 08/08

Saturday 08/09

The cheapest time to travel from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $26, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL, with $26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $54.

How to save money travelling from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL.

Central Bus Station

North Walmart Supercenter Bus Stop

University of Florida (Commuter Lot)

Gale Lemerand Dr

Westgate Plaza Bus Stop

University of Florida (Maguire Field)

Bledsoe Dr 363

Bus Stop

N Massachusetts Ave 303

Waffle House

Gow B Fields Park and Ride

Service and Comfort on the bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL? Or which bus companies serve the route Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL bus

How much does a Gainesville, FL Lakeland, FL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $26 and takes 4h 5m to reach Lakeland, FL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $26 and $81. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lakeland, FL.

On average, how many connections are available from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL each day?

Every day, the Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL take?

The fastest bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 4h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $26. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL?

The earliest bus arriving in Lakeland, FL from Gainesville, FL starts at 12:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Gainesville, FL for Lakeland, FL starts at 10:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Gainesville, FL Lakeland, FL route?

When traveling by bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL?

You can check all the direct connections between Gainesville, FL and Lakeland, FL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Gainesville, FL Lakeland, FL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gainesville, FL Lakeland, FL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gainesville, FL to Lakeland, FL

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Gainesville, FL and to Lakeland, FL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Gainesville, FL and to Lakeland, FL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!