What is the travel distance from Norfolk to Lakeland?

The distance between the two cities is 692 miles (1115 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Lakeland?

The majority of buses traveling from Norfolk to Lakeland start their journey at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station and wind up at Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Norfolk to Lakeland from $193 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures to Lakeland

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 4 at 8:05am
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk
Arrival time: September 5 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 13h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 4 at 2:25pm
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: September 5 at 2:45pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: September 4 at 2:25pm
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: September 5 at 2:45pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: September 4 at 7:30am
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk
Arrival time: September 5 at 10:40am
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h
Departure time: September 4 at 6:45am
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)
Arrival time: September 5 at 10:00pm
Destination city: Lakeland
Destination location: Lakeland
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 15h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Lakeland.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$167 - $267	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$190 - $190	Average Duration22h 39m	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Norfolk to Lakeland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 22 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 39mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest ticket

101kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Norfolk, VA to Lakeland, FL: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$233

Average bus trip duration1d 14h

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure6:45am

Distance691 miles (1114 km)

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,366 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,440 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,230 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Norfolk to Lakeland Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Norfolk to Lakeland.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Norfolk to Lakeland.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lakeland from Norfolk, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Lakeland?

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

Stops in Lakeland

A - Lakeland Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Lakeland Bus Stop - Waffle House

C - Lakeland Bus Station

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The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $193

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Norfolk, VA to Lakeland, FL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $193 to $746 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $193 which is on 2025-09-04.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Norfolk to Lakeland.

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Did you know?

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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus Tickets from Norfolk, VA to Lakeland, FL

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Norfolk to Lakeland Bus

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Lakeland?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norfolk, VA - Lakeland, FL

What is the travel distance from Norfolk to Lakeland?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Lakeland?

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About Bus Travel

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