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NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Major contemporary art museum with strong Latin American, CoBrA, and postwar collections in a notable downtown building.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kissimmee, 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 Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 4 buses that leave Kissimmee, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Mon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL:
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $57 (€46).
A train is $57 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $107 (€88).
Other travel options to Fort Lauderdale, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $59 (€48) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 3h 58m versus 3h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Pinkbus, Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, 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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![]() | 9:10 AM Kissimmee, FL | 3h20 | 12:30 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Kissimmee, FL | 4h25 | 12:35 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Kissimmee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Fort Lauderdale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fort Lauderdale trip today.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kissimmee, 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.

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