Bus Tickets from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

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Next departures for Chicago to Lakeland on October 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
LakelandCheapest
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LakelandFastest
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
LakelandNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
LakelandNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
LakelandNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lakeland

Bus
Average PriceUS$79 - US$358Average Duration1d 5h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$238 - US$530Average Duration1d 15h
148kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$166
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance1601 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to Lakeland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Lakeland, FL

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Lakeland?

    The distance between Chicago and Lakeland is around 1622 km (1006 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Lakeland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Lakeland.

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

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US$160
10-15
US$156
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of US$156

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

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Bus Travel Tips

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lakeland, FL?

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Bus from Lakeland, FL to Chicago

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Train from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

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