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Compare flight and bus for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, and a flight costs an average of $946.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$120 Average price Cheapest | $968 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 20m Average total duration Fastest 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL:
A bus is $848 (€694) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL costing on average $968 (€792).
Other travel options to Port Charlotte, FL take longer:
Flight takes on average 12h 11m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $120 |
Compare prices and tickets Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL by flight or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL
Buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $120 (€98) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 07:45. The fastest bus covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€98) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 7:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Port Charlotte, FL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Port Charlotte, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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