Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Tampa on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Tampa Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Henrico
Tampa Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Tampa Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:10 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
20h 20mAverage Duration
1170 kmDistance
106kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$135 - $604Average Duration1d 3h
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$131 - $2,778Average Duration20h 20m
106kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Tampa start from $135. The average price for this route is around $222. 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 Richmond to Tampa?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to Tampa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1152 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Tampa at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Richmond to Tampa generates an estimated 29 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 Richmond to Tampa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond 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 Richmond to Tampa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
12-11
$241
12-12
$257
Today
$191
12-14
$233
12-15
$154
12-16
$183
12-17
$172
12-18
$217
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $154

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 $154 to $2,242 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 $154 which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually FlixBus, 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.

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