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

The cheapest way to get from Lakeland to Detroit is to train and fly which costs $80 - $250 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakeland to Detroit is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Lakeland and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakeland to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride at Rose St. and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Winter Haven Transportation Center, Orlando Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 2m.

How far is it from Lakeland to Detroit?

The distance between Lakeland and Detroit is 1057 miles. The road distance is 1150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lakeland to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 29h 2m and costs $140 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Lakeland to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakeland to Detroit bus from?

Lakeland to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Winter Haven Transportation Center station.

Bus or fly from Lakeland to Detroit?

The best way to get from Lakeland to Detroit is to bus which takes 29h 2m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $600 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Lakeland to Detroit bus arrive?

Lakeland to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lakeland to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakeland to Detroit is 1150 miles. It takes approximately 19h 25m to drive from Lakeland to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 497+ hotels available in Detroit.

Lakeland to Detroit - 7 ways to travel via train, Amtrak Thruway, plane

There are 7 ways to get from Lakeland to Detroit by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, or car

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 Station
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Detroit (DTW)TPA - DTW
7h 6m
Train to Orlando, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to Kissimmee Amtrak Station
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Detroit (DTW)MCO - DTW
7h 22m
$84–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winter Haven Transportation Center to Orlando Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station
29h 2m
$142–356
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lakeland Amtrak Station to ToledoFloridian
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0135 / ...
37h 52m
$137–460
Drive 1,143.8 mi
1. Drive from Lakeland to Detroit1,143.8 mi
19h 25m
$209–302
Fly from Lakeland
1. Fly from Lakeland (LAL) to Detroit (DTW)LAL - DTW
5h 25m
$124–554
Amtrak Thruway to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lakeland to Sarasota Amtrak Bus Stop
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Detroit (DTW)SRQ - DTW
9h 39m

Lakeland to Detroit by train and bus

7Weekly Services

37h 52mAverage Duration

$137Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,050.8 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Lakeland, FL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Park & Ride at Rose St. to Detroit Bus Station via Winter Haven Transportation Center, Orlando Bus Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 29h 2m. Alternatively, Avelo Airlines flies from Lakeland (LAL) to Detroit (DTW) twice a week.

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