How much does a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago starts at R 1 481. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

The average travel time between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago is around 1d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1881 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago?

The number of buses from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

When taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Buses travelling between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago leave from Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave or Greyhound Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Chicago from R 1 953 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 10h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	16:00	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 5h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 11h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 6h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 10h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	16:00	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 5h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 11h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 6h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 10h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	16:00	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 5h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 11h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	00:30	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 6h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	08:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:44 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 481, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1881 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 481 - R 7 752	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 444 - R 42 468	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 369 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 284 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Chicago?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A - Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave

B - Greyhound Station

C - Fort Lauderdale International Airport

D - Port Everglades Terminal 21

E - Port Everglades Cruise Terminal

F - Port Everglades Cruise Port

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago starts at R 1 481. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The average travel time between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago is around 1d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1881 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago?
The number of buses from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
When taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Buses travelling between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago leave from Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave or Greyhound Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/11

R 3 571

10/11

R 3 765

Today

R 3 598

12/11

R 3 695

13/11

R 2 533

14/11

R 3 448

15/11

R 2 498

16/11

R 2 692

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 498

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 498 to R 5 525 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 498, which is on 2025-11-15.