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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from El Campo to Lakeland. Traveling by bus from El Campo to Lakeland usually takes around 24 hours, but the fastest El Expreso Bus bus can make the trip in 21 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 872 mi (1403 km) |
Shortest duration | 22h 0m |
Cheapest price | $130.00 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from El Campo to Lakeland?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from El Campo to Lakeland that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, El Expreso Bus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
El Expreso Bus | 3 | 22h 49m | $130.00 |
Tornado Bus | 1 | 1d 1h 45m | $130.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 24 hours to cover the 872 miles from El Campo to Lakeland. However, the fastest bus only takes 21 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Campo to Lakeland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Lakeland
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Link to image attributionLakeland is a city between Tampa and Orlando. It is known for its rich history and architectural sites, especially the Florida Southern College, which has buildings designed by the renowned Frank Lloyd Wright. History and art lovers in Lakeland can visit the Polk Museum of Art and check out the collection of artifacts and contemporary paintings. The Munn Park Historic District in Lakeland is another city highlight, boasting early 1900s architecture and a wide range of antique shops.
Downtown Lakeland offers explosive nightlife with a wide range of breweries and taprooms. If you're interested in something new, the city has seen a massive growth of kava bars in its area. The city is also known for its annual Lakeland Festival of Light, where you can join people to light up the mountain.
It is easy to visit Lakeland from other cities by train and bus. Amtrak and FlixBus US provide daily trips from tens of other cities to the town. The Lakeland Area Mass Transit District provides public transportation within the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in El Campo?
Main departure station: Gasolinera Shell
Most buses depart from the main station in El Campo.
All bus stations in El Campo:
Gasolinera Shell
Where does the bus arrive in Lakeland?
Main arrival station: 1725 W Memorial Blvd
All buses from El Campo arrive at one main station in Lakeland.
All bus stations in Lakeland:
1725 W Memorial Blvd
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