Is there a way to reach Fort Lauderdale from Gainesville without flying?

The best way to travel from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

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

The travel time from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale is about 7h 45m, but you can get there in as little as 5h 50m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 278 miles (448 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?

Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale are 278 miles (448 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

If you're headed to Fort Lauderdale from Gainesville, chances are that your bus will depart from Rosa Parks Station and arrive at Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $50.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

The bus ticket costs $63 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $50 and $145, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 Boat Tours, The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Discovery and Science, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale and Fort Lauderdale Historical Society.

Gainesville (FL) to Fort Lauderdale Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $51

SatApr 26

SunApr 27

from $48

MonApr 28

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WedApr 30

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 1:30pm
Departure city: Gainesville
Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 10:40pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Gainesville
Departure location: Gainesville-UF
Arrival time: April 28 at 3:20am
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 50m
Departure time: April 27 at 6:30am
Departure city: Gainesville
Departure location: Gainesville Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 30m
Departure time: April 27 at 3:45am
Departure city: Gainesville
Departure location: Rosa Parks Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:05am
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 20m
Departure time: April 27 at 8:35am
Departure city: Gainesville
Departure location: Gainesville-UF
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:45pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m

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Bus Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63

Average bus trip duration7h 45m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure12:25am

Distance276 miles (445 km)

Latest bus departure10:40pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

4/53,895 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.7

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

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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

OurBus

4/53,050 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 1 daily trips between Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in Gainesville

A - Rosa Parks Station

B - Williston Rd & I-75

C - Greyhound Station

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

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

B - Greyhound Station

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 Gainesville - Fort Lauderdale

Is there a way to reach Fort Lauderdale from Gainesville without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
What is the distance between Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?
What are the best sights and things to do in Fort Lauderdale?

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

Best price found

04/21

$51

04/22

$48

Today

$74

04/24

$46

04/25

$51

04/26

$44

04/27

$48

04/28

$45

The cheapest trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $354 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-04-26.

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.

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 Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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Bus Tickets from Gainesville, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Bus Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Gainesville - Fort Lauderdale

Is there a way to reach Fort Lauderdale from Gainesville without flying?

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

What is the distance between Gainesville and Fort Lauderdale?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Gainesville to Fort Lauderdale?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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