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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Ocala Bus Stop | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride | Cheapest | |||||
 | Ocala, FL | Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL | Fastest | |||||
 | Ocala Bus Stop | Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station | No tags | |||||
 | Union Station | Tri-Rail Station | No tags | |||||
| Ocala, FL | Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL | No tags |
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Get from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ocala and Fort Lauderdale?
Stops in Ocala
- A2020 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473, USA
- B4277 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
- C
Pilot 424
4032 W Highway 326, Ocala, FL 34470 - D
Ocala Hotels
3600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, USA
Stops in Fort Lauderdale
- A
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311 - B515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ocala 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 Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale start from $47. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
The average bus travel time from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 384 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Ocala to Fort Lauderdale route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest bus departs from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
A bus trip from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale 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 Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RedCoach has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ocala 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 Ocala to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $505 for a bus ticket from Ocala to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Amtrak 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.
