Bus from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jacksonville to Tampa on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
University of South FloridaFastest
FlixBusBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville 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 5 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 29mAverage Duration
278 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$52 - $144Average Duration7h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$32 - $179Average Duration5h 29m
25kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to Tampa?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Tampa start from $52. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Jacksonville to Tampa?

    The average bus travel time from Jacksonville to Tampa is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 275 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Tampa route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jacksonville to Tampa?

    The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Tampa at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to Tampa?

    A bus trip from Jacksonville to Tampa generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Jacksonville 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 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jacksonville to Tampa?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jacksonville 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jacksonville 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
11-25
$112
11-26
$167
Today
$90
11-28
$75
11-29
$85
11-30
$82
12-01
$92
12-02
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $167 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-02.

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