How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $133. The average price for this route is around $249. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1881 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Fort Lauderdale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

A bus trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Fort Lauderdale from $135 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 8h	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 8h	10:35pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 11h	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1881 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$133 - $703	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$197 - $3,744	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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C
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
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D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
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E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $133. The average price for this route is around $249. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1881 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
A bus trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-19

$378

01-20

$355

Today

$378

01-22

$202

01-23

$178

01-24

$191

01-25

$207

01-26

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $178 to $468 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2026-01-23.