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Bus from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale: Journey Information

There are 19 intercity buses per day from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. Traveling by bus from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale usually takes around 3 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach First Class bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance
184 mi (295 km)
Shortest duration
3h 5m
Cheapest price
$24.99
Trips per day
19
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Bus lines
6

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Orlando to Fort Lauderdale Bus Schedule

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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

There are usually 11 daily train trips available from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.

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Train
Avg. Price$35.09CheaperAvg. Price$52.09
Daily Trips16Daily Trips11
Duration3h 47mDuration3h 20mFaster
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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale (Based on 33 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Antonia

December 26, 2025 - Solo travel

RedCoach First Class
Pros: The trip was 30 minutes late due to unforseen reasons not relaxing to your company. Overall the trip was pleasantly nice.

5.0

Zeranan

July 6, 2025 - Vacation

RedCoach Business
Pros: It's was amazing Cons: Everything is perfect Tips: Just enjoy the ride

4.0

Eshin

April 25, 2025 - Vacation

RedCoach Economy
Pros: The view landscaping Cons: Time to stretch you feed Tips: Go for its, bext time I will try the business

5.0

Christina

March 16, 2025 - Visiting friends

FlixBus US
Pros: Very nice Cons: Wi-fi

5.0

rebeka

September 22, 2024 - Visiting family

FlixBus US
Pros: I liked everything Cons: have the driver help with the suitcases

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

Bus tickets for a trip from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale cost $31.44 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 bus ticket prices from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by bus from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $30 to $40. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on June 16, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Fort Lauderdale this week, bus tickets are available starting at $31.

Monthly avg. prices

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Bus tickets from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale are at their cheapest average price in April. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $34. On the other hand, traveling on this route during December might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for December trips cost $41, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $18.54 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale?

There are multiple buses that travel from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, including FlixBus US, Greyhound, Jet Set Express, RedCoach Business. Here is what you should know about the 6 most popular bus lines:

BUSDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US113h 48m$39.35
Greyhound24h 37m$40.01
Jet Set Express13h 40m$27.78
RedCoach Business13h 21m$39.75
RedCoach Economy23h 44m$38.69
RedCoach First Class23h 15m$52.58
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 11 trips per day from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, and the average ticket for this route costs only $39.35.

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  • 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 Orlando to Fort Lauderdale every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fort Lauderdale usually start from $27.98.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu
  • Jet Set Express is known for providing safe and reliable bus service throughout Central and South Florida, with headquarters in both Miami and Orlando. Jet Set Express runs an average of 1 bus trips from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, and 1 trips per day on weekends. Each bus trip takes an average of 3 hours and 40 minutes, and Jet Set Express bus ticket prices start at just $27.78. Thanks to onboard amenities like WiFi, air conditioning and entertainment, Jet Set Express is a preferred choice for travel between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale.

  • Book RedCoach Business from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale from $30.99. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay $39.75 for a RedCoach Business ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Orlando, RedCoach Business departs to Fort Lauderdale from 1777 McCoy Rd . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Business arrives at Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 .

    An average trip on RedCoach Business from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale takes 3 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 3 hours and 5 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $30.99 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Book RedCoach Economy from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale from $24.99. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach Economy from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay $38.69 for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Orlando, RedCoach Economy departs to Fort Lauderdale from 1777 McCoy Rd . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach Economy arrives at Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 .

    An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale takes 3 hours and 44 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 3 hours and 5 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $24.99 for a weekend trip to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Book RedCoach First Class from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale from $45.99. There are 2 trips per day offered by RedCoach First Class from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale and you can expect on average to pay $52.58 for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Fort Lauderdale. In Orlando, RedCoach First Class departs to Fort Lauderdale from 1777 McCoy Rd . In Fort Lauderdale, RedCoach First Class arrives at Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1 .

    An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale takes 3 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Fort Lauderdale in 3 hours and 5 minutes .

    On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $45.99 for a weekend trip to Fort Lauderdale.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

Bus tickets for a trip from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale cost $25 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.

There are 19 scheduled buses that travel from Orlando 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 Orlando to Fort Lauderdale without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale; ticket prices start at $31.

TRIPS PER DAY

19

DIRECT TRIPS

19

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 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.

DISTANCE (MI)

184

DISTANCE (KM)

295

The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

EARLIEST BUS

5:00am

LATEST BUS

11:00pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.

City Information

Orlando

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Orlando is the Theme Park Capital of the World, thanks to the high density of thrilling parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Gatorland and more. It's no wonder we rated Orlando the #1 travel destination for families. Family vacation or not, if the highlight of your trip is picking out a wand at Ollivanders in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter or finally meeting Elsa in the Magic Kingdom, you know we won't judge.

Winter Park and Thornton Park – not more theme parks, we promise – are trendy neighborhoods where you can experience some of Orlando's world-class shopping, dining, and craft beer. You can also immerse yourself in some of Florida's unique wildlife at Orlando Wetlands Park, or the more central Lake Eola Park downtown. Orlando enjoys an average of 233 days of sunshine a year, so even though it's one of the cheapest cities to visit over Spring Break, you'll soak up that sweet, sweet sun almost any time of year.

Craving the ocean? Head a few hours outside Orlando for some of Florida's gorgeous beaches like New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach, and the Canaveral National Seashore. Two large airports, as well as many bus and train companies with service in the area, mean that traveling from Orlando to other sunny Florida destinations and beyond is a breeze.

Fort Lauderdale

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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 Orlando?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 555 N John Young Pkwy

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The Bus Terminal at 555 N John Young Pkwy is the primary Greyhound bus station in Orlando, where travelers can catch a bus to other destinations throughout Florida and beyond. The station is located under 3 miles from downtown Orlando and the nearest SunRail station. There is also a Lynx public bus stop which conveniently drops people off right at the Greyhound Bus Terminal. Open 24 hours a day, the bus station provides vending machines if you need a quick bite, and there are also several fast food options within a short walk to fuel up before your trip.

Orlando Bus Terminal

All bus stations in Orlando:

  • Bus Terminal - 555 N John Young Pkwy
  • 1777 McCoy Rd
  • The Florida Mall
  • Jet Set Terminal - 3718 L.b. Mcleod Rd

Where does the bus arrive in Fort Lauderdale?

Main arrival station: Broward Blvd Park & Ride - 299 NW 22nd Ave

Buses arrive in Fort Lauderdale at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Fort Lauderdale:

  • Broward Blvd Park & Ride - 299 NW 22nd Ave
  • Ft Lauderdale Airport - East End of Ground Transportation Area 0 (GTA-0), Terminal 1
  • Ft Lauderdale Intl Airport - 320 Terminal Drive

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