How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Tampa start from $144. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 Boston to Tampa?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Tampa is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1903 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Tampa at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Boston to Tampa generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Tampa?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Tampa from $173 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 16h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 15h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 13h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 16h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	1d 20h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	1d 20h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	1d 22h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 11h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 11h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 16h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 16h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Tampa on February 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	2d 8h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 14h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 16h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1886 kmDistance

172kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$144 - $566	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$284 - $480	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 172kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Tampa?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,190 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Tampa start from $144. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 Boston to Tampa?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Tampa is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1903 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Tampa at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Tampa?
A bus trip from Boston to Tampa generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Tampa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02-05

$273

02-06

$369

Today

$401

02-08

$216

02-09

No data

02-10

No data

02-11

No data

02-12

$249

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Tampa was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $402 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2026-02-08.