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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$35.75 | Avg. Price$59.63 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration2h 8m | Duration10h 33m |
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 8 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Business bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 113 mi (182 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $25.75 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Economy |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale
(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)
4.0
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
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
Pros: Very good. Cons: Received Only confirmation, not the ticket. Received. Tips: Recomend for anybody.
5.0
Pros: Early arrival and clean bus. Cons: Pricing for the tickets. Tips: Book your trips in advance.
Bus tickets for a trip from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale cost $27.99 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.
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 20 days in advance to save $20.79 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 2h 10m | $38.80 |
| RedCoach Economy | 1 | 2h 7m | $34.08 |
| RedCoach First Class | 1 | 2h 10m | $43.10 |
Book RedCoach Business from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale from $30. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Fort Myers, RedCoach Business departs to Fort Lauderdale from Ft Myers, FL . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Business arrives at Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive .
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale takes 2 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Lauderdale.
Book RedCoach Economy from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale from $26. Typically there is one RedCoach Economy schedule per day from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Fort Myers, RedCoach Economy departs to Fort Lauderdale from Ft Myers, FL . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Economy arrives at Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive .
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale takes 2 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Fort Lauderdale.
Book RedCoach First Class from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale from $39. Typically there is one RedCoach First Class schedule per day from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Fort Myers, RedCoach First Class departs to Fort Lauderdale from Ft Myers, FL . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach First Class arrives at Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive .
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale takes 2 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Lauderdale.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 8 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.
Because many passengers travel from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am 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 $53.00.
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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Fort Myers.
Ft Myers, FL
All buses from Fort Myers arrive at one main station in Fort Lauderdale.
Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive
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