How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Tampa starts at $114. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Tampa?

The average travel time between Chicago and Tampa is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 2h.This is the time it takes to travel the 1618 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Tampa?

The number of buses from Chicago to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Tampa?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa?

Buses travelling between Chicago and Tampa leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Bus Chicago to Tampa from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1601 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $521	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $765	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tampa?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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

3.5/511,411 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,391 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Tampa by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Tampa starts at $114. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Tampa?
The average travel time between Chicago and Tampa is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 2h.This is the time it takes to travel the 1618 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Tampa?
The number of buses from Chicago to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Tampa?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Tampa leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-21

$306

11-22

$322

Today

$321

11-24

$292

11-25

$368

11-26

$363

11-27

$213

11-28

$253

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tampa was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $213

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

You can expect to pay from $213 to $453 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $213 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.