What is the distance between Washington and Fort Lauderdale?

The distance separating Washington and Fort Lauderdale is 900 miles (1452 km).

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

If you're headed to Fort Lauderdale from Washington, chances are that your bus will leave from Union Station and arrive at Fort Lauderdale International Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Fort Lauderdale?

Once in Fort Lauderdale, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Stranahan House, Billie Swamp Safari, International Swimming Hall of Fame, Butterfly World and Fire and Safety Museum.

Bus Washington, DC, US to Fort Lauderdale from $98 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJun 19

TomorrowJun 20

from $172

SatJun 21

from $159

SunJun 22

from $137

MonJun 23

from $162

TueJun 24

WedJun 25

from $165

ThuJun 26

from $175

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 20 at 10:00am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Arrival time: June 21 at 10:35pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 12h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 20 at 9:40pm
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 7:25pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 45m
Departure time: June 20 at 3:35am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 11:05am
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 7h
Departure time: June 20 at 10:45pm
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 22 at 11:05am
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 12h
Departure time: June 20 at 9:15am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 7:10pm
Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
Destination location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 9h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Fort Lauderdale.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $314	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$129 - $445	Average Duration22h 42m	CO₂ emissions 132kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Fort Lauderdale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 22 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

22h 42mAverage Duration

$129Cheapest ticket

132kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$158

Average bus trip duration1d 9h

Number of daily buses16.925925925925927

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance900 miles (1451 km)

Latest bus departure10:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,130 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,045 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.

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Washington to Fort Lauderdale Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Washington to Fort Lauderdale, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Fort Lauderdale?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A - Fort Lauderdale International Airport

B - Greyhound Station

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

D - Port Everglades Terminal 21

E - Port Everglades Cruise Terminal

F - Port Everglades Cruise Port

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington, DC, US - Fort Lauderdale

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Fort Lauderdale?
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/17

$131

06/18

$180

Today

$125

06/20

$174

06/21

$151

06/22

$130

06/23

$170

06/24

$144

The cheapest trip from Washington to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of $125

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

You can expect to pay from $125 to $246 for a bus ticket from Washington to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2025-06-22.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Washington 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.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to Fort Lauderdale.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Washington to Fort Lauderdale that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Fort Lauderdale?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 9h	Avg Price$158	Daily Departures16.925925925925927
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time22h 42m	Avg Price$241	Daily Departures1.9444444444444442

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Fort Lauderdale?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington, DC, US - Fort Lauderdale

What is the distance between Washington and Fort Lauderdale?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Fort Lauderdale?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Fort Lauderdale?

Will you be returning to Washington by bus?

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