Find coaches from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale

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Next departures from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale on 14 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)Cheapest
RedCoach
3801 USF Holly Drive
Fort Lauderdale Airport, FLFastest
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & RideNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale

Bus
Average priceUS$34 - US$110Average duration6h 30m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$27 - US$110Average duration4h 48m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 48mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure06:20
Distance190 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Tampa to Fort Lauderdale Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Tampa 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 Tampa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Fort Lauderdale

  1. What's the distance between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale by coach?

    The distance between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale by coach is approximately 191 miles (307 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale without a car?

    You can travel to Fort Lauderdale from Tampa by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/10
US$99
12/10
US$63
Today
US$58
14/10
US$38
15/10
US$35
16/10
US$35
17/10
US$36
18/10
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on 18 Oct 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$110 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2025-10-18.

Usually RedCoach, FlixBus 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa 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 Tampa to Fort Lauderdale.

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

Did you know?

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

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

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Train from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale

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