The cheapest and fastest buses from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1448 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 1 buses that leave Louisville, KY for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Sun, May 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 1448 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 10 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 1 d 11 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.
3:55 AM35h10Louisville, KY3:05 PMFort Lauderdale, FL$1571One-way0 transfers
3:55 AM35h10Louisville, KY3:05 PMFort Lauderdale, FL$1571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $121. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $121, and a train costs an average of $480.
Distance: 899 miles (1448 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price Cheapest | $480 Average price | $234 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 20m Average total duration 21h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58h 26m Average total duration 57h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $234 (€189).
A bus is $314 (€254) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $480 (€388).
Other travel options to Fort Lauderdale, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 50m.
Train takes on average 57h 56m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 35h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Transit Authority of River City | Departure Time 02:08PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 22h37 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator Transit Authority of River City | Departure Time 02:14PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 22h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator Transit Authority of River City | Departure Time 09:44PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 24h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator Transit Authority of River City | Departure Time 09:47PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 24h53 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $256 |
Live departures
Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:47 PM Louisville, KY | 24h53 | 10:40 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
![]() | 3:55 AM Louisville, KY | 35h10 | 3:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Buses from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $121 (€98) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 899 miles (1448 km) distance in 22h 40m.
Distance 899 miles (1448 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $121 (€98) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 22h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Transit Authority of River City from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FLYou can travel by bus between Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL with FlixBus, Transit Authority of River City for as low as $121 (€98). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Louisville, KY to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Louisville, KY 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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