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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 Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $258
Saturday
Sunday
from $231
Monday
from $231
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $176

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    30h 5m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $258
  • FlixBus
    29h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    3:25 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $258
  • FlixBus
    30h 40m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    3:25 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $260
  • Greyhound US
    28h 20m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    8:25 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $261
  • FlixBus
    29h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    8:25 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $261
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      29h 45m
      0
      5:50 PM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      9:50 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $63
    • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      25h 5m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      11:35 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $140
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $55

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    33h 20m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    9:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    10:25 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • Greyhound US
    29h 45m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $257
  • FlixBus
    33h 50m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $258
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      43h 5m
      0
      7:15 PM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      11:15 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Jet Set Express Orlando Terminal
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 13h 20m
    • FlixBus
      25h 45m
      0
      12:35 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      2:20 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $167
    Travel time is 13h 20m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    33h 20m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    9:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    10:25 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • Greyhound US
    29h 45m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $231
  • FlixBus
    32h 50m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    5:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $231
  • FlixBus
    31h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    10:25 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $233
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via Orlando, FL, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      43h 5m
      0
      7:15 PM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      11:15 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Jet Set Express Orlando Terminal
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 13h 20m
    • FlixBus
      25h 45m
      0
      12:35 PM
      Orlando, FL
      Bus Station
      2:20 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $167
    Travel time is 13h 20m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    29h 45m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $176
  • FlixBus
    33h 50m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $185
  • Greyhound US
    33h 55m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    9:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $186
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $187
  • Greyhound US
    31h 55m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Sheridan St
    2:20 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $207

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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 36 daily buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 30 buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 18 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 $176!

Cheapest Bus $176
Fastest Bus 28h 20m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 18 Ø
Distance 1,169.4 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Every day, 18 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 11/21/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/17
Monday 11/18
Tuesday 11/19
Wednesday 11/20
Thursday 11/21
Friday 11/22
$258
Saturday 11/23
Sunday 11/24
$257
Monday 11/25
$231
Tuesday 11/26
Wednesday 11/27
$176
Thursday 11/28
Friday 11/29
$185
Saturday 11/30
Sunday 12/01
Monday 12/02
Tuesday 12/03
Wednesday 12/04
Thursday 12/05
Friday 12/06
Saturday 12/07
Sunday 12/08
Monday 12/09
Tuesday 12/10
Wednesday 12/11
Thursday 12/12
Friday 12/13
Saturday 12/14

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 $176, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $258.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, with $176. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $231.

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.

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 $176 and takes 5h 45m 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 $176 and $370. 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 18 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 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $261. 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 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 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

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.

More bus routes to Fort Lauderdale, FL and to Chicago

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

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