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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
447 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gainesville, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 447 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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, train, and flight for Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €283.
Distance: 277 miles (447 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €569 Average price |
7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator RedCoach | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Live departures
Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 PM Gainesville, FL | 9h10 | 2:40 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 6:20 PM Gainesville, FL | 6h25 | 12:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Buses from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (447 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 277 miles (447 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FLYou can travel by bus between Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $48 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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