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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 9 buses that leave Jacksonville, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Mon, May 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 491 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.
9:00 AM9h20Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:20 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 AM7h50Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:35 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$751One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:30 AM8h10Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:40 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$821One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM11h40Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St10:55 AMFort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1)$1071One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM10h00Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St9:15 AMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$1081One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus8:45 AM7h50Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:35 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$751One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:30 AM8h10Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:40 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$821One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+6:40 PM8h30Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St3:10 AMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$1081One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+1:50 PM8h50Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St10:40 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$1081One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:40 AM9h05Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St8:45 PMFort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL$1081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 305 miles (491 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $234 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $101 (€81).
A bus is $160 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $234 (€189).
Other travel options to Fort Lauderdale, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 11m.
Train takes on average 8h 58m.
You'll arrive about -4h -13m sooner (8h 11m by bus vs 4h 58m by car) and save roughly $-7.58 (€-6.12) compared to fuel and tolls ($74 (€60) vs $66 (€54)). 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, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+ | 1:50 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h50 | 10:40 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+ | 6:40 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h30 | 3:10 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 10h00 | 9:15 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 11h40 | 10:55 AM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+ | 11:15 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 21h45 | 9:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 7h50 | 4:35 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 9h20 | 6:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h10 | 6:40 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 9h05 | 8:45 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (491 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 305 miles (491 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FLYou can travel by bus between Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $35 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, 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.
- 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.
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