The cheapest and fastest buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, FL will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 buses that leave Fort Lauderdale, FL for Winter Haven, FL on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
8:35 AM5h40Fort Lauderdale, FL2:15 PMWinter Haven, FL$491One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM5h25Fort Lauderdale, FL3:10 PMWinter Haven, FL$501One-way1 transfer
9:45 AM5h25Fort Lauderdale, FL3:10 PMWinter Haven, FL$501One-way1 transfer
8:35 AM5h40Fort Lauderdale, FL2:15 PMWinter Haven, FL$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL costing on average $50 (€41).
A train is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Winter Haven, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 5h 40m.
You'll arrive about -3h -30m sooner (5h 40m by bus vs 3h 10m by car) and save roughly $-1.48 (€-1.21) compared to fuel and tolls ($50 (€41) vs $49 (€40)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
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 Winter Haven, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Live departures
Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 5h40 | 2:15 PM Winter Haven, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 5h25 | 3:10 PM Winter Haven, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FLYou can travel by bus between Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $40 (€32). 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 Winter Haven, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Most Fort Lauderdale, FL to Winter Haven, FL buses use the Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave to Winter Haven, Terminal (Ave E NW / 5th St NW) station pair. Use this guide to compare Fort Lauderdale, FL and Winter Haven, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave from Fort Lauderdale city centre
Getting to Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) from Fort Lauderdale city centre
Getting to Winter Haven, Terminal (Ave E NW / 5th St NW) from Winter Haven city centre
Most popular bus connections from Fort Lauderdale, FL
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