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

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

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

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$44

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Sunday

$42

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	5h 10m	3:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	8:50 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/24/2026 3:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	7h 35m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	7:00 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/24/2026 11:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Greyhound US	7h 30m	7:30 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	3:00 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/24/2026 7:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  7h 35m
  
  0
  
  11:25 PM
  
  Lakeland, FL
  Bus Stop
  
  12:30 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/25/2026 11:25:00 PM to Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 3/26/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Jacksonville, FL
  Downtown Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 3/26/2026 4:00:00 AM to Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/26/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is 2h 25m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	5h 10m	3:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	8:50 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/29/2026 3:40:00 AM to Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Greyhound US	7h 30m	7:30 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	3:00 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
FlixBus	7h 35m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	7:00 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/29/2026 11:25:00 PM to Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  5h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:40 AM
  
  Lakeland, FL
  Waffle House
  
  4:40 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 3/31/2026 3:40:00 AM to Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 3/31/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
- FlixBus
  
  2h 50m
  
  0
  
  6:00 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Jacksonville, FL
  Downtown Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 3/31/2026 6:00:00 AM to Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) arriving at 3/31/2026 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL is $35 on 4/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Lakeland, FL and Jacksonville, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Lakeland, FL and Jacksonville, FL, with 2 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL starting from $35!

Cheapest Bus	$35
Fastest Bus	5h 10m
Earliest Bus	3:40 AM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	159.1 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Lakeland, FL for Jacksonville, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/22

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

$44

Wednesday 03/25

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$42

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

$44

Wednesday 04/01

$51

Thursday 04/02

$40

Friday 04/03

Saturday 04/04

$37

Sunday 04/05

$35

Monday 04/06

Tuesday 04/07

$41

Wednesday 04/08

$39

Thursday 04/09

Friday 04/10

Saturday 04/11

Sunday 04/12

Monday 04/13

$42

Tuesday 04/14

$41

Wednesday 04/15

$35

Thursday 04/16

$37

Friday 04/17

$45

Saturday 04/18

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

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

With a price starting from $35, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $41.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL, with $35. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $42.

How to save money travelling from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL are also emptier.

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

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

Bus Stop

N Massachusetts Ave 303

Waffle House

Gow B Fields Park and Ride

Downtown Bus Stop

West Forsyth Street 1111

Beaver St. & Ocean St. Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

Old St. Augustine Rd

Old St. Augustine Rd 10584-13

Southpoint Bus Stop

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

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

FAQs about the Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $35 and takes 7h 30m to reach Jacksonville, FL. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $35 and $45. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Jacksonville, FL.

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

Every day, the Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 5h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $44. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Jacksonville, FL from Lakeland, FL starts at 3:40 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 Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Lakeland, FL for Jacksonville, FL starts at 11:25 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 Lakeland, FL Jacksonville, FL route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Lakeland, FL and Jacksonville, 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL Jacksonville, 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 Lakeland, FL to Jacksonville, FL on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

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

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