What is the travel distance from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale?

The distance separating West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale is 42 miles (67 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale?

The majority of buses traveling from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale start their journey at Tri-Rail & Greyhound and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Fort Lauderdale?

Once in Fort Lauderdale, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Fort Lauderdale Historical Society, EZride Surf School, Butterfly World, The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Flamingo Gardens.

Bus West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale on October 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:05pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	50m	8:55pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
6:00pm	West Palm Beach, FL	45m	6:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
5:00pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	1h 15m	6:15pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
5:45pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	55m	6:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
7:35pm	West Palm Beach, FL	45m	8:20pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	No tags

Next departures for West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:05pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	50m	8:55pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
2:35am	West Palm Beach, FL	45m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
1:50am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	50m	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
3:40pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	55m	4:35pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
1:40pm	West Palm Beach, FL	1h 5m	2:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	No tags

Next departures for West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:50am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	50m	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
2:35am	West Palm Beach, FL	45m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
3:40pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	55m	4:35pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
5:00pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	1h 15m	6:15pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
1:40pm	West Palm Beach, FL	1h 5m	2:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	No tags

Next departures for West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:00pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	1h 15m	6:15pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	Cheapest
2:35am	West Palm Beach, FL	45m	3:20am	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	Fastest
1:50am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	50m	2:40am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
5:45pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	55m	6:40pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	No tags
1:40pm	West Palm Beach, FL	1h 5m	2:45pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $71	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$18 - $47	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

40mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$18

Average bus trip duration55m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure1:50am

Distance48 miles (76 km)

Latest bus departure10:35pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,293 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 West Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale recent customer reviews

Bus was messy, cups And bottles rolling all over the floor, passengers really can be dirtbags

Edward S.

December 26, 2018

Bus didn't arrive

Maksim T.

August 10, 2023

No ac, no WiFi and no toilet!

Floor V.

March 2, 2019

RedCoach

4/54,034 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

RedCoach is a US-based bus company that has become popular for offering comfortable, affordable rides in Florida and Texas, with fewer stops between destinations. They have three different bus classes: first-class, executive and economy, each one of them offering different amenities and conveniences. First-class and executive buses have fewer seats, which are extra wide, recline up to 140 degrees, and there's extra legroom, offering extra pleasant rides. In all classes, you can find high-quality services, seats designed to provide extra comfort, free Wi-FI, power outlets and bathrooms. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your tickets up to three hours before the travel date for free.

RedCoach West Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale recent customer reviews

Good service. On time most of the times.

Andres R.

October 5, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/510,766 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Fort Lauderdale from West Palm Beach, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in West Palm Beach

A - Tri-Rail & Greyhound

B - Turnpike MM94

C - Okeechobee Rd & I-95

D - Lake Worth Service Plaza

E - Vedado

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A - Greyhound Station

B - Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave

C - Fort Lauderdale International Airport

D - Port Everglades Terminal 21

E - Port Everglades Cruise Terminal

F - Port Everglades Cruise Port

Frequently asked questions for your trip West Palm Beach - Fort Lauderdale

What is the travel distance from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale?
What are the best sights and things to do in Fort Lauderdale?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/01

$10

10/02

$10

Today

$11

10/04

$11

10/05

$10

10/06

$10

10/07

$10

10/08

$9

The cheapest trip from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Oct 8, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $56 for a bus ticket from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-10-08.

Usually RedCoach 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time55m	Avg Price$18	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time40m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures16

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