How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale start from $37. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 281 miles (453 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RedCoach , Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

A bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	9:30pm	Gainesville-UF	5h 50m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 45m	11:15pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rosa Parks Station	6h 35m	6:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:05pm	Rosa Parks Station	8h 35m	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	9:30pm	Gainesville-UF	5h 50m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	9:30pm	Gainesville-UF	5h 50m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	8:35am	Gainesville-UF	6h 10m	2:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30pm	Rosa Parks Station	6h 15m	8:45pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:35am	Gainesville Bus Stop	8h 50m	9:25am	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:30pm	Gainesville-UF	5h 50m	10:20pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Gainesville Bus Stop	9h 10m	10:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	12:00pm	Gainesville-UF	5h 50m	5:50pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
	Bus	6:30am	Gainesville Bus Stop	7h 30m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	7h 20m	11:05am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45am	Rosa Parks Station	10h 15m	2:00pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:45 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

7h 35mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
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B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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C
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,525 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

RedCoach

4/54,082 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.9

Customers have reported issues with RedCoach, such as the driver not stopping at the bus station in Gainesville and confusion with ticket status. Additionally, there were complaints about a driver being on his cell phone during the ride and setting the air conditioning too cold. Some customers also mentioned that buses sometimes depart before scheduled time.

RedCoach Gainesville Fort Lauderdale recent customer reviews

The bus ride was great till we had the stop over and got back on the bus with a driver that was on his cell phone the rest of the way (on speaker) and he put the air on so cold that it felt like riding in a refrigerator, it was already cool outside and there was no need

Penelope R.

November 23, 2023

The driver did not stop at the bus station in Gainesville. We had to chase the bus down and he stopped eventually. He told us that he had no record that he should be picking up a passenger. This is extremely poor RedCoach! We almost met in an accident in order to get the bus to stop as I did not want to miss my flight.

Audrey T.

October 5, 2022

Bad. Very late. Maintenance took way too long. Water was dripping from the ceiling and the WiFi was terrible

Arielle G.

September 4, 2021

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Gainesville Fort Lauderdale recent customer reviews

I was on a 13 hours wait just cuz the the switch driver was inpatient to restart the system and double check for people that was reboarding the same Gray hound bus in Orlando from Miami

Letray A.

January 12, 2024

I liked the profession and kindness of the person driving the bus, I did NOT like that it was 3 hours late and I never had a notification in my email.

Ernesto D.

November 24, 2023

My first bus leaving Gainesville was over two hours late. Which made everyone on the bus miss their connecting bus from Orlando. The next one scheduled to Fort Lauderdale wasent for another four hours. Then that one was over an hour late! Let’s just say it was a very long day and wasent worth what I had paid at all!

Hayley K.

March 3, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale start from $37. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 281 miles (453 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/03

$59

12/04

$57

Today

$57

12/06

$54

12/07

$48

12/08

$42

12/09

$41

12/10

$49

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $266 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Amtrak 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.