What is the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

The distance between the two cities is 245 miles (394 km).

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

If you're headed to Ocala from Fort Lauderdale, chances are that your bus will depart from Greyhound Station and arrive at Ocala, FL. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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Next departures to Ocala

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 17 at 11:50am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: July 17 at 5:05pm
Destination city: Ocala
Destination location: Ocala, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 17 at 6:00pm
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: July 17 at 11:05pm
Destination city: Ocala
Destination location: Ocala, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 5m
Departure time: July 17 at 12:45am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: July 17 at 6:05am
Destination city: Ocala
Destination location: Ocala, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
Departure time: July 17 at 7:25am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Train Station
Arrival time: July 17 at 5:05pm
Destination city: Ocala
Destination location: Ocala, FL
Operated by: Brightline + RedCoach
Brightline + RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 40m
Departure time: July 17 at 9:40am
Departure city: Fort Lauderdale
Departure location: Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Arrival time: July 17 at 3:40pm
Destination city: Ocala
Destination location: Ocala, FL
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $124	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$63 - $145	Average Duration11h 23m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Ocala. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6hAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Ocala: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$88

Average bus trip duration6h

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance239 miles (384 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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RedCoach

4/53,985 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

According to customer reviews, there are mixed opinions about the service. Some customers mention that the bus was on time and efficient despite heavy traffic. However, others express dissatisfaction with very bad service from rude drivers who didn't announce stops. Additionally, some customers complain about significant delays without any notification provided by the company.

RedCoach Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

On reaching my destination at the Ocala bus stop, I realized my suitcase was missing. The bus broke down and all baggage were transferred to the #5652 bus. On reaching my destination it was missing. How can I reclaim my Suitcase. The color is black easily identified by a a piece of Khaki string tied to the handle. Very important items are in it.

Sheldon R.

May 6, 2025

Very bad service, the driver was rude and didn’t announce the stop, I knew I arrived at my destination because I have the GPS on.

Myrna C.

September 17, 2022

Bus was more than 2 hrs late to arrive destination. No notification was recieved informing of the delay. Had to be in constant communication with my son and those picking him up at the destination.

Dmani W.

April 18, 2022

Greyhound

3.5/587,115 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 Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

Very good service. it left 10 minutes late from FLL but reached Ocala 20 minutes early Good service. Keep it up!

Lancelot L.

July 22, 2019

NO A/C on bus from Orlando to Ocala. Driver told us it was getting better. Internal temperature dropped from 101 to 98 degrees!!

Michael G.

March 2, 2019

we are so disappointing with greyhound, they have us schedule 5am to 1:20 pm the bus pick us up at 11 am and scale in orlando and schedule also to leave at 6:55 to ocala, t was a disaster because my family including my handicap daughter had to suffer too. i won't ever take greyhound again.

Guerdy M.

March 28, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/59,573 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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Jet Set Express

4/51,355 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.3

Jet Set Express offers reliable, budget transportation between Orlando and Miami, in Florida, making stops in different cities in between, such as West Palm Beach, Kissimmee, Port St. Lucie and Hollywood. With a modern fleet of buses equipped with free Wi-Fi, comfortable seats, bathrooms and onboard entertainment, the company is famous for providing affordable, comfortable services in the Sunshine State. Tickets can be refunded up to 48 hours before travel time, and changed up to 24 hours before departure. Bus ticket prices are affordable, ranging from $98 to $128, and they have about 1 buses traveling every day, so it’s easy to find a route that fits your schedule. f you’re traveling in Florida, check out Jet Set Express for good cost-benefit bus trips.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A - Greyhound Station

B - Fort Lauderdale International Airport

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

D - Port Everglades Terminal 21

E - Port Everglades Cruise Terminal

F - Port Everglades Cruise Port

Stops in Ocala

A - Ocala, FL

B - My Ranchito

C - Pilot 424

D - Ocala Hotels

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fort Lauderdale - Ocala

What is the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

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

Best price found

07/14

$66

07/15

$58

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$58

07/17

$50

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$58

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$58

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The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala was searched and found on Jul 17, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $90 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-07-17.

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 Fort Lauderdale and Ocala!

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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Bus Fort Lauderdale to Ocala: Trip Overview

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RedCoach Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

Greyhound Fort Lauderdale Ocala recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fort Lauderdale - Ocala

What is the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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