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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Austin is to train and fly which costs $75 - $340 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Austin is to train and fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $75 - $340.

Is there a direct train between Lakeland and Austin?

No, there is no direct train from Lakeland station to Austin. However, there are services departing from Lakeland Amtrak Station and arriving at Austin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Lakeland to Austin?

The distance between Lakeland and Austin is 983 miles. The road distance is 1122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 22h 41m and costs $340 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Lakeland to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Austin train from?

Lakeland to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Lakeland to Austin?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Austin is to bus which takes 22h 41m and costs $340 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $380 - $850 and takes 2 days 22h.

What is the time difference between Lakeland and Austin?

Austin is 1h behind Lakeland. It is currently 8:54 PM in Lakeland and 7:54 PM in Austin.

Where does the Lakeland to Austin train arrive?

Lakeland to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Austin is 1123 miles. It takes approximately 19h 13m to drive from Lakeland to Austin.

How do I get a train ticket from Lakeland to Austin?

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Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1562+ hotels available in Austin.

Lakeland to Austin - 6 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Lakeland to Austin by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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

Amtrak Thruway to Tampa, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane TPA - AUS
6h 23m
Train to Orlando, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane MCO - AUS
6h 51m
$76–339
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Plant City, FL to Houstonbus Miami
2. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Areabus Houston
22h 41m
$343–537
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Austintrain Texas Eagle
2d 22h
$381–820
Drive 1,116.3 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Austincar 1,116.3 mi
19h 13m
$204–295
Amtrak Thruway, bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
3. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin Doubletree University Areabus
28h 37m

Lakeland to Austin by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

2d 22hAverage Duration

$381Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lakeland to Austin.

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Distance: 977.3 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Lakeland to Austin Doubletree University Area via Tornado Bus Co - Plant City, FL, Houston, Lockwood Dr @ Harvey Wilson Dr, Eastwood Transit Center, Lamar St @ Smith St, and Hyatt Regency Houston in around 22h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Austin via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 22h.

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