Bus from Detroit, MI to Fort Lauderdale: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Detroit to Fort Lauderdale on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail StationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Tri-Rail StationNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Tri-Rail StationNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Tri-Rail StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
1828 kmDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$184 - $818Average Duration1d 13h
46kg CO₂e
Average Price$262 - $958Average Duration2d 7h
166kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale start from $184. The average price for this route is around $309. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1828 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Fort Lauderdale route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

    A bus trip from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale generates an estimated 46 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Detroit 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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit 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
12-07
$357
12-08
$418
Today
$418
12-10
$216
12-11
$259
12-12
$315
12-13
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12-14
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $2,810 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2025-12-10.

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.

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