Bus Tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala

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Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Ocala on September 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
Ocala Bus StopCheapest
RedCoach
Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Ocala, FLFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Ocala Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
Ocala Bus StopNo tags
RedCoach
Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL
Ocala, FLNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala

Bus
Average PriceUS$33 - US$184Average Duration6h 30m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$63 - US$145Average Duration11h 23m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ocala. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
6h 30mAverage Duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Ocala: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$66
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance391 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Fort Lauderdale to Ocala Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort Lauderdale - Ocala

  1. What is the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Ocala?

    Fort Lauderdale and Ocala are 394 km (245 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Fort Lauderdale will take you to Ocala, FL in Ocala.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-16
US$37
09-17
US$28
Today
US$41
09-19
US$41
09-20
US$34
09-21
US$43
09-22
US$40
09-23
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Ocala was searched and found on Sep 17, 2025 with a price of US$28

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 US$28 to US$155 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 US$34 which is on 2025-09-20.

Usually RedCoach 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

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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