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NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Major contemporary art museum in downtown Fort Lauderdale with strong Latin American, CoBrA, and postwar collections, plus rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 12 buses that leave Tampa, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Fri, Jul 10, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $32.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price | $128 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $80 (€65).
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $128 (€105).
Other travel options to Fort Lauderdale, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Bus takes on average 5h 15m.
You'll arrive about -2h -28m sooner (5h 15m by bus vs 3h 47m by car) and save roughly $-0.99 (€-0.81) compared to fuel and tolls ($56 (€46) vs $55 (€45)). 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 FlixBus, Pinkbus, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:30 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 4h40 | 8:10 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:55 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 10h15 | 3:10 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 9h45 | 3:10 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 10h40 | 9:05 AM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 6h25 | 12:45 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:50 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 8h15 | 3:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 6h15 | 1:15 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 4h20 | 11:50 AM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 5h25 | 2:45 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 4h50 | 2:45 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Tampa Airport, FL, FL | 4h25 | 3:10 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 6h10 | 7:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 5h30 | 7:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, Terminal Drive (Airport Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h15 | 9:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 6h15 | 8:45 PM Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Fort Lauderdale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fort Lauderdale trip today.
Major contemporary art museum in downtown Fort Lauderdale with strong Latin American, CoBrA, and postwar collections, plus rotating exhibitions.
Popular science museum with interactive exhibits, aviation displays, and an IMAX theater, making it one of the city’s most visited family attractions.
Historic house museum and arts estate blending architecture, art, and subtropical gardens near the beach.
The city’s signature street for strolling, shopping, public art, and architecture, stretching from downtown toward the beach.
The city’s best-known waterfront area, popular for its broad sandy beach, promenade, and social media-friendly ocean views.
Scenic pedestrian route along the New River connecting parks, museums, and downtown attractions.
A South Florida seasonal specialty, usually served chilled with mustard sauce. Closely tied to the region’s coastal dining culture.
Deep-fried fritters made with chopped conch and Caribbean seasonings. Popular across South Florida due to strong Bahamian influence.
A local favorite featuring fresh grouper, often grilled, blackened, or fried in a sandwich. A classic way to taste regional seafood.
Well-known waterfront venue blending Asian and Latin flavors, with stylish décor and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular waterfront restaurant known for South Florida seafood, lobster rolls, and a lively dockside atmosphere.
Established marina-side seafood restaurant with fresh local fish, scenic views, and a classic Fort Lauderdale boating vibe.
Moderate by U.S. beach-city standards. Hotels vary widely; dining and nightlife near the beach cost more.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20% is common for good service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, hotel staff USD 2-5, and round up for cafes if desired.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, 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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