The cheapest and fastest buses from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
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 $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 4 buses that leave Jacksonville, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Tue, Nov 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 491 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 9 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.

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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 €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €91.
Distance: 305 miles (491 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price | €309 Average price |
8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
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, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 11:30 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h10 | 7:40 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 11h20 | 2:25 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 9h15 | 11:15 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h10 | 11:40 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:50 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 8h50 | 3:40 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (491 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 305 miles (491 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FLYou can travel by bus between Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $35 (€28). 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.

- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Jacksonville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, follow these tips:
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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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