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

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago start at R 2 143. The average price for this route is around R 3 913. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1887 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago produces an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

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.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Chicago from R 2 023 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 10h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 6h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:15	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	1d 9h	17:05	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 16h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:20	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 7h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 19h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:00	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 8h	23:35	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	2d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:15	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	1d 16h	11:05	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	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 23h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1887 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 143 - R 7 790	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 830 - R 56 598	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Chicago?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

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

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago start at R 2 143. The average price for this route is around R 3 913. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1887 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago produces an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
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

05/01

R 6 557

06/01

R 4 989

Today

R 3 776

08/01

R 4 079

09/01

R 2 967

10/01

No data

11/01

R 2 832

12/01

R 2 714

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 714

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 2 714 to R 6 557 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 2 714, which is on 2026-01-12.