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Edison and Ford Winter Estates
Historic estate complex with museum galleries on Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, period homes, gardens, and a laboratory. One of Fort Myers' signature cultural attractions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bloomington, IL to Fort Myers, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $236. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 43h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $236, and a bus costs an average of $236.
Distance: 1041 miles (1676 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$236 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44h 20m Average total duration Fastest 43h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Fort Myers, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 43h 50m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 43h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $236 |
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Buses from Bloomington, IL to Fort Myers, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $236 (€190) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 06:00. The fastest bus covers the 1041 miles (1676 km) distance in 43h 50m.
Distance 1041 miles (1676 km) |
Average bus duration 43h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $236 (€190) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 43h 50m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 6:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Historic estate complex with museum galleries on Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, period homes, gardens, and a laboratory. One of Fort Myers' signature cultural attractions.
Family-friendly science and local history museum with hands-on exhibits, aquariums, and regional ecology displays. Popular for interactive indoor visits.
Downtown visual arts venue in a restored historic building, hosting exhibitions, cultural programming, and community arts events.
Historic downtown core with brick streets, murals, shops, galleries, and nightlife. The city's main walking district and a top place to explore.
Waterfront downtown park along the Caloosahatchee River with open lawns, event space, and views toward the bridge and river traffic.
Scenic palm-lined corridor strongly associated with Fort Myers history, especially the route toward the Edison and Ford estates.
A Florida Gulf Coast staple made with fresh local grouper, usually grilled, blackened, or fried on a bun. It is one of the most recognizable seafood dishes in Southwest Florida.
Seasonal Florida stone crab claws are served chilled with mustard sauce. They are prized across coastal Florida for their sweet, firm meat.
A popular Florida and Caribbean-influenced snack of chopped conch in seasoned batter, deep-fried and served with dipping sauce. Common on seafood menus in the area.
An established upscale restaurant recognized for polished service, steaks, seafood, and live jazz. It offers a more refined dinner experience.
A long-running fine dining restaurant in historic downtown Fort Myers, known for Southern-influenced cuisine, seafood, and elegant old-Florida atmosphere.
A well-known casual restaurant popular for seafood, Caribbean-inspired dishes, and rum drinks. It is a reliable local favorite with a lively waterfront Florida feel.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Casual dining is reasonable, but beach areas, resorts, and seasonal stays cost more.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis and rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Not expected for fast food.
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