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

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala start from $44. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala is 6h, covering a distance of 384 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by RedCoach .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Ocala route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach , Greyhound , FlixBus , La Cubana Xpress , Jet Set Express .

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

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala generates an estimated 10 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 Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jet Set Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1382 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jet Set Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jet Set Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jet Set Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Ocala from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	8h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	11:45am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 5m	4:50pm	Ocala, FL	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	7h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 20m	6:05am	Ocala, FL	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	6h	4:40pm	Ocala, FL	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	7h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 5m	2:35pm	Ocala, FL	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 30m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	6h	5:10pm	Ocala, FL	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	8h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	8h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	4h 40m	7:25pm	Ocala, FL	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 30m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 5m	11:20am	Ocala, FL	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	7h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	8h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	7:45am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 5m	12:50pm	Ocala, FL	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 30m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:25am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	6h	4:25pm	Ocala, FL	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	7h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	7h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 5m	11:05pm	Ocala, FL	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 30m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	5h 20m	6:05am	Ocala, FL	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	8h 5m	7:00am	Ocala Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:18 PM EST.

Get from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

6hAverage Duration

384 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

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

Stops in Ocala

A
Ocala, FL
2020 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473, USA
Visit page
B
My Ranchito
4277 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
Visit page
C
Pilot 424
4032 W Highway 326, Ocala, FL 34470
D
Ocala Hotels
3600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, USA

Compare bus companies

RedCoach

4/54,071 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

According to customer reviews, there are mixed opinions about the service. Some customers mention that the bus was on time and efficient despite heavy traffic. However, others express dissatisfaction with very bad service from rude drivers who didn't announce stops. Additionally, some customers complain about significant delays without any notification provided by the company.

RedCoach Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

On reaching my destination at the Ocala bus stop, I realized my suitcase was missing. The bus broke down and all baggage were transferred to the #5652 bus. On reaching my destination it was missing. How can I reclaim my Suitcase. The color is black easily identified by a a piece of Khaki string tied to the handle. Very important items are in it.

Sheldon R.

May 6, 2025

Very bad service, the driver was rude and didn’t announce the stop, I knew I arrived at my destination because I have the GPS on.

Myrna C.

September 17, 2022

Bus was more than 2 hrs late to arrive destination. No notification was recieved informing of the delay. Had to be in constant communication with my son and those picking him up at the destination.

Dmani W.

April 18, 2022

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87403 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Greyhound Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

Very good service. it left 10 minutes late from FLL but reached Ocala 20 minutes early Good service. Keep it up!

Lancelot L.

July 22, 2019

NO A/C on bus from Orlando to Ocala. Driver told us it was getting better. Internal temperature dropped from 101 to 98 degrees!!

Michael G.

March 2, 2019

Really bad

Gauranga T.

August 23, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,462 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

La Cubana Xpress

Jet Set Express

4/51,386 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala 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 Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala start from $44. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala is 6h, covering a distance of 384 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Ocala route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from RedCoach, Greyhound, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress, Jet Set Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala generates an estimated 10 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 Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jet Set Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1382 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jet Set Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jet Set Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jet Set Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

11-25

$90

11-26

$101

Today

$89

11-28

$92

11-29

$82

11-30

$101

12-01

$75

12-02

$62

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $181 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually RedCoach 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.