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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 FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
$127
tomorrow
$123
Tuesday
$151
Wednesday
$120
Thursday
Friday
$114
Saturday
$107

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 40m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $127
Greyhound US 31h 35m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132
Greyhound US 35h 0m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $134
FlixBus 32h 30m 4:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $136
FlixBus 34h 45m 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $137

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 35m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $123
FlixBus 34h 45m 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133
FlixBus 33h 40m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $135
Greyhound US 35h 0m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $137
Greyhound US 31h 50m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $149

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 50m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $151
FlixBus 32h 35m 7:40 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $151
FlixBus 31h 20m 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $157
Greyhound US 45h 25m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 1:45 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $158
FlixBus 29h 5m 4:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $158
  • Did you know that if you travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago via West Palm Beach, FL, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      31h 35m
      0
      5:20 PM
      Fort Lauderdale, FL
      Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R
      6:20 PM
      West Palm Beach, FL
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $9
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      30h 25m
      0
      6:30 PM
      West Palm Beach, FL
      Central Bus Station
      11:55 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $109
    Travel time is 3h 30m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 35m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $120
Greyhound US 36h 15m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 7:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
FlixBus 34h 55m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 7:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $125
FlixBus 32h 30m 4:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $126
FlixBus 34h 45m 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $127

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 40m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 35h 0m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $120
Greyhound US 31h 35m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $122
FlixBus 30h 30m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Greyhound Bus Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $131
Greyhound US 31h 50m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $134

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 40m 9:45 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 35h 0m 8:25 AM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $110
FlixBus 32h 30m 4:05 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $113
FlixBus 34h 45m 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Sheridan St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 31h 35m 5:20 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Blvd Tri-Rail Station/P&R 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $117

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 31 daily buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 44 buses from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Chicago, with 27 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/7/2026 costs just $101, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 23 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 $101!

Cheapest Bus $101
Fastest Bus 28h 5m
Earliest Bus 8:25 AM
Latest Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 23 Ø
Distance 1,169.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago

Every day, 23 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 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
$151
Monday 07/27
$123
Tuesday 07/28
$115
Wednesday 07/29
$124
Thursday 07/30
$103
Friday 07/31
$114
Saturday 08/01
$111
Sunday 08/02
$111
Monday 08/03
$120
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
$116
Thursday 08/06
$105
Friday 08/07
$101
Saturday 08/08
$115
Sunday 08/09
$114
Monday 08/10
$105
Tuesday 08/11
$107
Wednesday 08/12
$114
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$116
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

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 $101, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $114.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Chicago, with $101. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $135.

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.

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 $101 and takes 32h 40m 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 $101 and $204. 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 23 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 FlixBus and takes 28h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $156. 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 8:25 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 11:35 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 FlixBus and Greyhound US. 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

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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