What is the cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to fly which costs $27 - $380 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $27 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Atlanta and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Atlanta station to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Atlanta Bus Station and arriving at Park & Ride at Rose St. via Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The distance between Atlanta and Lakeland is 426 miles. The road distance is 448.5 miles.

How do I travel from Atlanta to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 46m and costs $40 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Atlanta to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atlanta to Lakeland bus from?

Atlanta to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Atlanta Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Atlanta to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Lakeland is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $27 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Atlanta to Lakeland bus arrive?

Atlanta to Lakeland bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Atlanta to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta to Lakeland is 448 miles. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Atlanta to Lakeland.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 260+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Atlanta to Lakeland - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Atlanta to Lakeland by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Lakeland
best
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lakeland (LAL)plane ATL - LAL
4h 9m
$28–374
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station to Orlando RedCoach Stationbus Orlando
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
10h 46m
$42–166
Drive 445.9 mi
1. Drive from Atlanta to Lakelandcar 445.9 mi
7h 31m
$82–118
Fly to Orlando, train
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Orlando (MCO)plane ATL - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 5m
$56–280
Fly to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Tampa (TPA)plane ATL - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
7h 29m
$90–302
Bus
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0770S
11h 35m
$61–148
Bus, train via Jacksonville
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus FlixBus N2434 / ...
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
13h 6m
$92–229
Bus via Gainesville (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesville Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Gainesville Bus Stop to Orlando Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
13h 40m
$83–151

Atlanta to Lakeland by bus and train

7Weekly Services

10h 46mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 423.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Atlanta, GA, USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

Avelo Airlines flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Lakeland (LAL) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Park & Ride at Rose St. via Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal in around 11h 35m.

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