Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa

TodayJul 29
from US$133
TomorrowJul 30
from US$124
ThuJul 31
from US$177
FriAug 1
from US$157
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
from US$145
MonAug 4
from US$149
TueAug 5

Next departures to Tampa

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:34 AM EDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Tampa

Bus
Average PriceUS$89 - US$268Average Duration1d 1h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$93 - US$718Average Duration20h 27m
106kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 20 hours 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
20h 27mAverage Duration
US$93Cheapest ticket
106kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$134
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance1168 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Richmond to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Tampa

  1. What is the travel distance from Richmond to Tampa?

    The distance between Richmond and Tampa is approximately 1167 km (724 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Tampa?

    Buses departing from Main Street Station in Richmond will take you to Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$182
07-28
US$187
Today
US$126
07-30
US$162
07-31
US$172
08-01
US$151
08-02
US$126
08-03
US$145
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of US$126

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

You can expect to pay from US$126 to US$683 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$126 which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Tampa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Tampa.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Tampa will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Richmond to Tampa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa

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Train from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa

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