Bus from New York City to Fort Lauderdale: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Fort Lauderdale on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chinatown
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideCheapest
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:56 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

73bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
1072 milesDistance
43kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$117 - $496Average Duration1d 11h
43kg CO₂e
Average Price$144 - $947Average Duration1d 8h
157kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Fort Lauderdale start from $117. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

    The average bus trip duration from New York City to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1072 miles (1729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 20m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Fort Lauderdale route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 73 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Fort Lauderdale at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

    A bus trip from New York City to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 43 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City 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 New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Fort Lauderdale?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City 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
11/26
$395
11/27
$255
Today
$278
11/29
$409
11/30
$290
12/01
$256
12/02
$193
12/03
$171
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $171

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

You can expect to pay from $171 to $487 for a bus ticket from New York City to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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