FL → DC · about 903 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Washington bus & train schedule
Amtrak and FlixBus run 18 direct buses and trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Washington. The fastest takes 20 hours 40 minutes; the first departure leaves at 7:30 AM and the last at 11:43 AM.
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- Buses and trains a week
- 18
- Fastest trip
- 20h 40m
- First departure
- 7:30 AM
- Last departure
- 11:43 AM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM | 4:10 AM +1 day | 20h 40m | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Washington DC Bus Station | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 7:45 AM | 6:25 AM +1 day | 22h 40m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Washington Union Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 3:12 PM +1 day | 27h 29m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Washington Union Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Washington The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Fort Lauderdale
Where buses and trains stop in Washington
Return trip: Washington to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Washington?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 20 hours 40 minutes; the typical trip is 22 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Fort Lauderdale to Washington?
The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun) and the last at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Washington?
Amtrak and FlixBus run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Fort Lauderdale?
Buses and trains to Washington leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station and Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride.