FL → FL · about 174 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland. The fastest takes 3 hours 53 minutes; the first departure leaves at 8:45 AM and the last at 11:43 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 3h 53m
- First departure
- 8:45 AM
- Last departure
- 11:43 AM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM | 3:00 PM | 6h 15m | Daily | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Lakeland Gow B Fields Park & Ride | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 3:36 PM | 3h 53m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Lakeland | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Lakeland The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Fort Lauderdale
Where buses and trains stop in Lakeland
Return trip: Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 3 hours 53 minutes; the typical trip is 3 hours 53 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
The earliest departure is at 8:45 AM (Daily) and the last at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Fort Lauderdale?
Buses and trains to Lakeland leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station and Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride.