Bus New York to Lakeland, FL: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from New York to Lakeland, FL

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

today

tomorrow

from $114

Monday

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Wednesday

Thursday

from $145

Friday

from $138

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	30h 40m	10:00 PM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/27/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 40m
FlixBus	31h 25m	9:15 PM	New York	Chinatown	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/27/2025 9:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 25m
Greyhound US	29h 40m	11:00 PM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$115	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 7/27/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 40m
Greyhound US	32h 40m	8:00 PM	New York	G. Washington Bridge Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$118	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/27/2025 8:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
FlixBus	33h 40m	7:00 PM	New York	West 34th Street	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$129	A Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/27/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 40m	7:00 PM	New York	West 34th Street	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$145	A Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 40m
FlixBus	30h 40m	10:00 PM	New York	31st & 8th Ave	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 31st & 8th Ave, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 40m
FlixBus	31h 25m	9:15 PM	New York	Chinatown	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chinatown, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 9:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 25m
Greyhound US	36h 5m	10:35 PM	New York	G. Washington Bridge Bus Station	10:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$176	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 10:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 5m
Greyhound US	32h 40m	8:00 PM	New York	G. Washington Bridge Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$181	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 8:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from New York to Lakeland, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  34h 5m
  
  0
  
  6:35 PM
  
  New York
  Chrystie St
  
  11:55 PM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Florida Mall
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $103
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Chrystie St, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 6:35:00 PM to Florida Mall, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  3:35 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  4:40 AM
  
  Lakeland, FL
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 8/2/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel time is 3h 25m longer, but you will save $28

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 40m	7:00 PM	New York	West 34th Street	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$138	A Bus from FlixBus goes from West 34th Street, New York (USA) at 8/1/2025 7:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 40m
FlixBus	42h 25m	10:15 AM	New York	Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd, New York (USA) at 8/1/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 25m
FlixBus	41h 55m	10:45 AM	New York	Flushing 39th Ave	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Flushing 39th Ave, New York (USA) at 8/1/2025 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 55m
Greyhound US	32h 40m	8:00 PM	New York	G. Washington Bridge Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$141	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from G. Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York (USA) at 8/1/2025 8:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
Greyhound US	29h 40m	11:00 PM	New York	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$145	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York (USA) at 8/1/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from New York to Lakeland, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  34h 5m
  
  0
  
  6:35 PM
  
  New York
  Chrystie St
  
  11:55 PM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Florida Mall
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $103
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Chrystie St, New York (USA) at 7/31/2025 6:35:00 PM to Florida Mall, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 8/1/2025 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  3:35 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  4:40 AM
  
  Lakeland, FL
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 8/2/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel time is 4h 25m longer, but you will save $21

Frequency of bus connections between New York and Lakeland, FL

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from New York to Lakeland, FL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between New York and Lakeland, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 buses from New York to Lakeland, FL, while Night sees the fewest connections between New York and Lakeland, FL, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from New York to Lakeland, FL

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 16 times every day by bus from New York to Lakeland, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to Lakeland, FL starting from $114!

Cheapest Bus	$114
Fastest Bus	29h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	16 Ø
Distance	984.7 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from New York to Lakeland, FL

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave New York for Lakeland, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/20

Monday 07/21

Tuesday 07/22

Wednesday 07/23

Thursday 07/24

Friday 07/25

Saturday 07/26

Sunday 07/27

$114

Monday 07/28

Tuesday 07/29

Wednesday 07/30

Thursday 07/31

$145

Friday 08/01

$138

Saturday 08/02

$118

Sunday 08/03

Monday 08/04

Tuesday 08/05

Wednesday 08/06

Thursday 08/07

Friday 08/08

Saturday 08/09

Sunday 08/10

Monday 08/11

Tuesday 08/12

Wednesday 08/13

Thursday 08/14

Friday 08/15

Saturday 08/16

The cheapest time to travel from New York to Lakeland, FL

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

With a price starting from $114, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from New York to Lakeland, FL. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $145.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to Lakeland, FL, with $114. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $153.

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

All bus stations and stops in New York and Lakeland, FL

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal

8th Ave 641

31st & 8th Ave

31st St & 8th Ave

West 34th Street

West 34th Street 650

Chinatown

Allen St 28

East Broadway

East Broadway 120

Bus Stop

N Massachusetts Ave 303

Waffle House

Gow B Fields Park and Ride

Service and Comfort on the bus from New York to Lakeland, FL

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

FAQs about the New York to Lakeland, FL bus

How much does a New York Lakeland, FL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $114 and takes 30h 40m to reach Lakeland, FL. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $114 and $261. 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 New York to Lakeland, FL each day?

Every day, the New York to Lakeland, FL bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from New York to Lakeland, FL is offered by FlixBus and takes 29h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $152. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Lakeland, FL from New York starts at 1:30 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 New York to Lakeland, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from New York for Lakeland, FL starts at 11:00 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 New York Lakeland, FL route?

When traveling by bus from New York 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 New York and Lakeland, FL?

You can check all the direct connections between New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York to Lakeland, FL on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to New York and to Lakeland, FL

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