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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Southern Pines to Lakeland. Traveling by bus from Southern Pines to Lakeland usually takes around 23 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 23 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 515 mi (829 km) |
| Shortest duration | 23h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $135.82 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Southern Pines to Lakeland?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Southern Pines to Lakeland. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 23h 58m | $151.50 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Southern Pines to Lakeland every day, with the average journey taking around 23 hours and 58 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Lakeland usually start from $136.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 515 miles from Southern Pines to Lakeland. However, the fastest bus only takes 23 hours and 25 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 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Southern Pines to Lakeland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Southern Pines to Lakeland. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Southern Pines to Lakeland; ticket prices start at $174.00.
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 Southern Pines?
Main departure station: Southern Pnes (Bp Gas Station)
Most buses depart from the main station in Southern Pines.
All bus stations in Southern Pines:
Southern Pnes (Bp Gas Station)
Where does the bus arrive in Lakeland?
Main arrival station: 924 W Robson St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Lakeland.
All bus stations in Lakeland:
924 W Robson St
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