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

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale start from $127. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?

The average bus travel time from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Fort Lauderdale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 33 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 Richmond 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 5733 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Bus Richmond to Fort Lauderdale from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Fort Lauderdale on January 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 50m	10:35pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	Cheapest
	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h	8:45pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 11h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
	11:10pm	Henrico	1d 11h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:10pm	Henrico	1d 3h	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Fort Lauderdale on January 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 5m	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 6h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 13h	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 5h	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	3:10pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Fort Lauderdale on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 11h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	Cheapest
	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 50m	10:35pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	Fastest
	11:30am	Main Street Station	1d 6h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 5h	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
	11:30am	Main Street Station	1d 6h	5:31pm	Tri-Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:15 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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, 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

1305 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $701	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$152 - $2,836	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 119kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in Richmond

A
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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C
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
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B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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C
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,147 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale start from $127. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?
A bus trip from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 33 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 Richmond 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Fort Lauderdale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Best price found

01-23

$223

01-24

$366

Today

$324

01-26

$162

01-27

$245

01-28

$287

01-29

$170

01-30

$182

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $909 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2026-01-26.

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.