Bus Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

tomorrow

$34

Saturday

$34

Sunday

$40

Monday

$34

Tuesday

$32

Wednesday

$33

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	8:55 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$38	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$38	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:00 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$36	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$36	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$40	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:00 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$71	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:00 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$32	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	8:55 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	4h 40m	4:45 AM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:25 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$33	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 4:45:00 AM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:00 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 2:40:00 PM to Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:40 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	9:15 PM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 2:40:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	5h 55m	11:25 PM	Lakeland, FL	Waffle House	5:20 AM	Fort Lauderdale, FL	Sheridan St	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Waffle House, Lakeland, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 11:25:00 PM to Sheridan St, Fort Lauderdale, FL (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is $32 on 5/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Lakeland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL

See here how frequent the connections between Lakeland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Lakeland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 buses from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Lakeland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL starting from $32!

Cheapest Bus	$32
Fastest Bus	4h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:40 AM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	173.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Lakeland, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$34

Saturday 05/09

$34

Sunday 05/10

$40

Monday 05/11

$34

Tuesday 05/12

$32

Wednesday 05/13

$33

Thursday 05/14

$34

Friday 05/15

$35

Saturday 05/16

$35

Sunday 05/17

Monday 05/18

$37

Tuesday 05/19

$37

Wednesday 05/20

$37

Thursday 05/21

$38

Friday 05/22

$49

Saturday 05/23

$44

Sunday 05/24

$43

Monday 05/25

$41

Tuesday 05/26

$38

Wednesday 05/27

$34

Thursday 05/28

$35

Friday 05/29

$36

Saturday 05/30

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $32, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $36.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, with $32. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $38.

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

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 Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, 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 Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

Greyhound US from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL:

Cheapest Price	$32
Fastest Bus	4h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:40 AM
Last Bus	2:40 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	5/7/2026

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

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

Bus Stop

N Massachusetts Ave 303

Gow B Fields Park and Ride

Waffle House

Greyhound Bus Station

NE 3rd St 515

Port Everglades

Eller Dr 1850

Sheridan St

Sheridan Street

Fort Lauderdale Bus Stop

Brightline Fort Lauderdale Bus Station

Northwest 2nd Avenue 117

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

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

FAQs about the Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $32 and takes 4h 40m to reach Fort Lauderdale, FL. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $32 and $77. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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

Every day, the Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL from Lakeland, FL starts at 3:40 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 Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Lakeland, FL for Fort Lauderdale, FL starts at 11:25 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 Lakeland, FL Fort Lauderdale, FL route?

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

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

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

What can I take with me on the Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Lakeland, FL Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Lakeland, FL Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Lakeland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Lakeland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Lakeland, FL and to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Lakeland, FL and to Fort Lauderdale, FL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!