Bus Chicago to Lakeland, FL - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Lakeland, FL from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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$125

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$117

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 40m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$125	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 40m
Greyhound US	35h 50m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$126	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 50m
Greyhound US	38h 45m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:35 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$135	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 45m
Greyhound US	38h 25m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	2:35 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$135	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 40m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	4:40 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$117	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 40m
Greyhound US	35h 50m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 50m
Greyhound US	40h 20m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	3:35 AM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 20m
Greyhound US	38h 45m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:35 PM	Lakeland, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$135	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $135 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Lakeland, FL via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  38h 10m
  
  0
  
  1:30 PM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $85
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
- Greyhound US
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  3:35 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  4:40 AM
  
  Lakeland, FL
  Waffle House
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 AM to Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel time is 3h 30m longer, but you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL is $108 on 8/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Lakeland, FL

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Lakeland, FL are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Chicago to Lakeland, FL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Chicago and Lakeland, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Chicago to Lakeland, FL, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Lakeland, FL, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Lakeland, FL starting from $108!

Cheapest Bus	$108
Fastest Bus	32h 25m
Earliest Bus	6:10 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	1,008.6 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Lakeland, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$125

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$117

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$123

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$108

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$112

Tuesday 08/11

$119

Wednesday 08/12

$118

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Lakeland, FL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $108, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $125.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Lakeland, FL, with $117. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $128.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Lakeland, FL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Lakeland, FL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Lakeland, FL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Lakeland, FL.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Bus Stop

N Massachusetts Ave 303

Waffle House

Gow B Fields Park and Ride

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Lakeland, FL? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Lakeland, FL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Lakeland, FL bus

How much does a Chicago Lakeland, FL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $108 and takes 34h 40m to reach Lakeland, FL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Lakeland, FL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $108 and $152. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lakeland, FL.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Lakeland, FL each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Lakeland, FL bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Lakeland, FL take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 32h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $142. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL?

The earliest bus arriving in Lakeland, FL from Chicago starts at 6:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Lakeland, FL starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Lakeland, FL route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Lakeland, FL?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Lakeland, FL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Lakeland, FL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Lakeland, FL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Lakeland, FL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Lakeland, FL on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Lakeland, FL

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Lakeland, FL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Lakeland, FL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!