Bus from Washington, DC, US to Fort Lauderdale: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Fort Lauderdale on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Union Station
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Union Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Union Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Union Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Union Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 22 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
22h 42mAverage Duration
1452 kmDistance
132kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$170 - $470Average Duration1d 6h
37kg CO₂e
Average Price$158 - $637Average Duration22h 42m
132kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Fort Lauderdale start from $170. The average price for this route is around $241. 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 Washington to Fort Lauderdale?

    The average bus travel time from Washington to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1461 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Fort Lauderdale?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Fort Lauderdale at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Fort Lauderdale?

    A bus trip from Washington to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 37 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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
11-29
$516
11-30
$442
Today
$447
12-02
$361
12-03
$197
12-04
$240
12-05
$177
12-06
$225
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $177

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

You can expect to pay from $177 to $661 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2025-12-05.

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