Find coaches from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

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Next departures from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale on 3 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Bus
Average priceUS$83 - US$324Average duration1d 9h
47kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$139 - US$552Average duration1d 21h
171kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$83Cheapest ticket
47kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$127
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance1156 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Fort Lauderdale Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Fort Lauderdale

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale by coach covers an approximate distance of 1167 miles (1881 km).

  2. How can I travel from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/09
US$132
01/10
US$192
Today
US$216
03/10
US$201
04/10
US$95
05/10
US$92
06/10
US$86
07/10
US$99
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$86

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$86 to US$293 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$86, which is on 2025-10-06.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale?

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