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Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale bus

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Fort Myers - Fort Lauderdale Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale. Traveling by bus from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale usually takes around 2 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Business bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance113 mi (182 km)
Shortest duration2h 5m
Cheapest priceCA$28.54
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceRedCoach Economy
Bus lines3

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale

(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)

4.7

4.0

E Jill

January 25, 2022- Visiting friends

RedCoach Business

Pros: Very comfortable seat with no one beside me. Cons: Driver went to departure level instead of arrival level where my pick up waited.

5.0

Theresa

March 14, 2021- Visiting family

RedCoach Business

Pros: I liked that I was comfortable enough to fall asleep and that I got to my destination fast and on time. Tips: Choose Red Coach!

5.0

Attila

November 9, 2019- Visiting family

OurBus

Pros: Very good. Cons: Received Only confirmation, not the ticket. Received. Tips: Recomend for anybody.

5.0

Kayana

August 4, 2019- Solo travel

Greyhound

Pros: Early arrival and clean bus. Cons: Pricing for the tickets. Tips: Book your trips in advance.

How much is a bus ticket from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale?

Bus tickets for a trip from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale cost CA$38.87 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average prices by travel date

CA$61CA$41CA$20MarApr

Bus tickets from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale are expected to cost between CA$37 and CA$52 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Fort Lauderdale within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from CA$37. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

CA$68CA$54CA$41CA$27CA$14AMJJASONDJFM
Bus tickets from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale are at their cheapest average price in June. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around CA$29. On the other hand, traveling on this route during March might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for March trips cost CA$58, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

CA$68CA$54CA$41CA$27CA$143020100

The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 26 days in advance to save CA$22.00 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale?

There are 3 bus lines from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound13h 24mCA$49.67
RedCoach Business12h 10mCA$56.60
RedCoach Economy12h 6mCA$47.65
  • 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 1 bus trips from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 24 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fort Lauderdale usually start from CA$48.

  • Red Coach is an American bus company headquartered in Orlando, FL and one of the most prominent ground travel providers in the United States. Red Coach buses are some of the best in the industry, featuring large reclining seats, extra legroom, flat screen TVs, as well as free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. Red Coach Business service features 18 inch wide seats, foot rests and 2 checked bags. For journeys from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale, Red Coach’s schedule offers 1 bus trips every day with prices starting from CA$29.
  • Red Coach is an American bus company headquartered in Orlando, FL and one of the most prominent ground travel providers in the United States. Red Coach buses are some of the best in the industry, featuring large reclining seats, extra legroom, flat screen TVs, as well as free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. For journeys from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale, Red Coach’s schedule offers 1 bus trips every day with prices starting from CA$34.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 113 miles from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 5 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale; ticket prices start at CA$77.50.

City Information

Fort Lauderdale

Nicknamed the Venice of America, Fort Lauderdale offers vast stretches of white sand beaches at affordable prices, allowing the average traveler to enjoy fun under the sun with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach is the premier destination for beach-goers and nature lovers, and it is noticeably less chaotic than its counterpart at Miami Beach, making it a perfect spot for a quiet and leisurely getaway. Another alternative is the nearby Las Olas Beach, which features clean and refreshing water. Nature lovers can also take an airboat tour to the famous Everglades and get up close to the alligators.

For shopping fans, Sawgrass Mills, a famous shopping outlet with 250 stores, will be a top choice. Don’t forget to take the time for a stroll around the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District and enjoy the setting sun as the day comes to a close.

The Fort Lauderdale Amtrak station is the main train station in the city, offering quick access to other cities in the state of Florida. In the center of town, not too far from the train station, you can find the Greyhound station which is the busiest bus travel hub in Fort Lauderdale. The principal airport in the area is the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport which, as its name suggests, is located right in between the two neighboring cities. However, it's also easy to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Airport for more flight options.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Fort Myers?

Main departure station: Ft Myers, FL

Fort Myers has two bus stations with service to Fort Lauderdale.

All bus stations in Fort Myers:

  • Ft Myers, FL

  • Ft Myers Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Fort Lauderdale?

Main arrival station: Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Fort Lauderdale.

All bus stations in Fort Lauderdale:

  • Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive

  • Broward Blvd Park & Ride - 299 NW 22nd Ave

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