FL → FL · about 174 miles
Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale. The fastest takes 5 hours 51 minutes; the first departure leaves at 11:40 AM and the last at 2:40 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 5h 51m
- First departure
- 11:40 AM
- Last departure
- 2:40 PM
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 AM | 5:31 PM | 5h 51m | Daily | Lakeland Amtrak Station to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:40 PM | 9:00 PM | 6h 20m | Daily | Lakeland Gow B Fields Park & Ride to Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride | Greyhound Full timetable |
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Where to board in Lakeland Where you get off in Fort Lauderdale The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Lakeland
Where buses and trains stop in Fort Lauderdale
Return trip: Fort Lauderdale to Lakeland
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 5 hours 51 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 51 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?
The earliest departure is at 11:40 AM (Tue) and the last at 2:40 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Lakeland to Fort Lauderdale?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Lakeland?
Buses and trains to Fort Lauderdale leave from Lakeland Amtrak Station and Lakeland Gow B Fields Park & Ride.