Fastest way from Fort Lauderdale to Miami: Train, about 0h 14min (from €11). Cheapest: Bus, from €5 (about 0h 15min – 0h 40min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 6, 2026): Brightline, FlixBus, See USA Tours; main departure point: Ft Lauderdale Broward Park and Ride.
There are 2 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 6, 2026 for a departure on November 27, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightline | Train | Brightline Fort Lauderdale | €11 | 30 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park and Ride | €5 | 24 |
| Greyhound | Bus | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park and Ride | €6 | 9 |
| Jet Set Express | Bus | Broward Blvd Park and Ride | €39 | 1 |
| RedCoach Florida | Bus | Fort Lauderdale Airport | €48 | 6 |
| See USA Tours | Bus | Fort Lauderdale Hotel Transfer | €71 | 14 |
| Pink Shuttle | Van / transfer | €80 | 5 | |
| MCA Transportation | Van / transfer | €182 | 4 |
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Practical tips
The two cities are so close that a flight with a connection only adds airport queues and transfers. Train or bus will almost always get you there faster door to door and for much less money.
Some bus stops are a street corner, not a station. Open the pin on your e-ticket before leaving, note the street name and any landmark nearby, so you do not wait at the wrong place.
Greater Miami and Fort Lauderdale each have their own airport and several stops. Match the arrival point on your ticket with your hotel or neighbourhood, because the nearest stop is not always the one in the city centre.
If you have a flight or an evening plan, leave a generous margin and avoid the last departure of the day. Traffic on the coast can slow buses, and a missed service leaves you few alternatives.
Fares tend to rise close to departure, especially on weekends and holidays. Book ahead online, save your e-ticket offline on your phone, and have photo ID ready in case staff ask to check it.
The journey experience
Fort Lauderdale and Miami sit side by side on Florida's Atlantic coast, which makes this one of the easiest hops you can do without a car. The question is not whether to fly but which ground option suits you. The comparison table on this page puts bus, train and flight side by side on time, price and frequency, so you can decide at a glance.
Train and bus are both solid choices. The train is the comfortable pick: roomy seats, space for your luggage, onboard facilities and stations in the city centres, with Brightline running along the Florida coast. The bus is the budget option and suits tight budgets, but some stops are a street corner rather than a proper station, so check the exact pin before you go. Flights with a connection exist, but they add airport queues, transfers and a long detour for a short coastal hop.
My advice: choose your mode first, then confirm the exact departure and arrival points on your e-ticket before leaving your hotel. Book a little ahead for the best fares, especially at weekends and on holidays. If you land at the airport first, plan your ride into the city before you board. There is no border or paperwork to worry about, so this trip is simple and stress-free.
Frequently asked questions — Fort Lauderdale → Miami
For most travellers, the train or the bus is the best choice. The train offers more comfort and centrally located stations, while the bus is the cheapest option. A flight with a stopover takes around 4 h 25, so it makes little sense for such a short distance between two neighbouring cities.
The train takes about 15 min. The bus takes between 15 min and 40 min depending on the service and traffic. A flight with a stopover takes around 4 h 25 in total, so ground transport is by far the quickest option for this route.
The bus is the cheapest, from €5 and typically up to €7. The train starts from €11 and is typically up to €21. Booking ahead online usually gets you the better fares, especially at weekends.
Departure and arrival points depend on the mode and operator. Trains use stations in the city centres, while bus stops can be a station or simply a street corner. Always check the exact departure and arrival points shown on your e-ticket before you travel, and compare them with your hotel's location.
Train and bus services on this route are short coastal journeys, and the listed times of about 15 min to 40 min suggest a simple ride. The flight option, however, includes a stopover, which is why it takes around 4 h 25. The booking page shows the details of each service.
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