Bus from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:10 PM CST.

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 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1890 kmDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$144 - $577Average Duration1d 9h
47kg CO₂e
Average Price$200 - $897Average Duration1d 22h
171kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale start from $144. The average price for this route is around $221. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 1890 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Fort Lauderdale route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. 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 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. 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.

  6. 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 11380 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
11-28
$309
11-29
$670
Today
$598
12-01
$317
12-02
$249
12-03
$233
12-04
$246
12-05
$235
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $233

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 $233 to $752 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 $233 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

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