The cheapest and fastest buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
Of the 4 buses that leave Fort Lauderdale, FL for Lake City, FL on Tue, Jan 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct buses cover the 514 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €203.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €276 Average price |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL buses for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 14h00 | 1:15 PM Lake City, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 8h30 | 9:00 AM Lake City, FL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:30 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 8h30 | 9:00 AM Lake City, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 10h15 | 5:05 PM Lake City, FL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 10h15 | 5:05 PM Lake City, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL
Buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:55, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 319 miles (514 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 319 miles (514 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 13:55 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FLYou can travel by bus between Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $48 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Lake City, 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 Lake City, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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