How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tampa start from $118. The average price for this route is around $177. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Tampa?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Tampa is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 745 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tampa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Birmingham to Tampa from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Tampa on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	19h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 55m	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 5m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 30m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 45m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tampa on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 45m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 55m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	19h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 30m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 5m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tampa on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 45m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 55m	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	19h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 30m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 5m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:26 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 25mAverage Duration

745 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$118 - $379	Average Duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$335 - $605	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Tampa?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Stops in Tampa

A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605
B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA
C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA
E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $119

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US to Tampa by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tampa start from $118. The average price for this route is around $177. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Tampa?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Tampa is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 745 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tampa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-29

$201

11-30

$185

Today

$208

12-02

$137

12-03

$122

12-04

$149

12-05

$135

12-06

$117

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $117

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham, US to Tampa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $117 to $208 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-12-06.