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Compare all timetables for the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
tomorrow
from $147
Saturday
Sunday
from $158
Monday
from $184
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $152

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 31h 0m 10:05 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
FlixBus 32h 20m 8:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 28h 20m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
Greyhound US 33h 55m 11:55 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $154
Greyhound US 33h 20m 12:30 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $157

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 33h 55m 11:55 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $158
FlixBus 31h 40m 2:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $158
Greyhound US 28h 20m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $160
Greyhound US 28h 40m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 10:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $165
FlixBus 31h 0m 10:05 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $172
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      34h 35m
      0
      12:30 AM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      4:15 AM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 5h 45m
    • FlixBus
      25h 5m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $113
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 30h 15m 7:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 2:00 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $184
FlixBus 32h 20m 8:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $185
FlixBus 31h 40m 2:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $185
Greyhound US 28h 20m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $186
Greyhound US 34h 35m 12:30 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $191
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      34h 35m
      0
      12:30 AM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      4:15 AM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 5h 45m
    • FlixBus
      25h 5m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      11:05 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $113
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $42

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 35m 12:30 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
Greyhound US 28h 20m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 31h 0m 10:05 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $153
FlixBus 31h 40m 2:00 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 9:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $153
FlixBus 32h 20m 8:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $155
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Indianapolis, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      33h 0m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Sheridan St
      4:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $97
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      11:00 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $30
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $25

Frequency of bus connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 19 daily coaches between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 28 buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 19 times every day by bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago starting from $147!

Cheapest Bus $147
Fastest Bus 28h 5m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 19 Ø
Distance 1,169.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Every day, 19 buses from 2 bus companies leave Fort Lauderdale, FL for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/13
Monday 07/14
Tuesday 07/15
Wednesday 07/16
Thursday 07/17
Friday 07/18
$170
Saturday 07/19
Sunday 07/20
$158
Monday 07/21
$184
Tuesday 07/22
Wednesday 07/23
$152
Thursday 07/24
$110
Friday 07/25
Saturday 07/26
$168
Sunday 07/27
Monday 07/28
Tuesday 07/29
Wednesday 07/30
Thursday 07/31
Friday 08/01
Saturday 08/02
Sunday 08/03
Monday 08/04
Tuesday 08/05
Wednesday 08/06
Thursday 08/07
Friday 08/08
Saturday 08/09

The cheapest time to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $147, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $184.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, with $147. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $154.

How to save money travelling from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago from our users.

FlixBus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $147
Fastest Bus 29h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:45 AM
Last Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 7/14/2025

All bus stations and stops in Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago bus

How much does a Fort Lauderdale, FL Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $147 and takes 31h 0m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $147 and $217. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 19 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 28h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $184. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Fort Lauderdale, FL starts at 12:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Fort Lauderdale, FL for Chicago starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Fort Lauderdale, FL Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Fort Lauderdale, FL Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Fort Lauderdale, FL Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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