Bus Tickets from St. Louis to Tampa

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Next departures for St. Louis to Tampa on October 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Gateway Station
University of South FloridaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Gateway Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Gateway Station
University of South FloridaNo tags
Greyhound
Gateway Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Gateway Station
University of South FloridaNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Tampa

busbud logoWe 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, 8 hours, and with fares starting at just US$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
1378 kmDistance
34kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceUS$85 - US$382Average Duration1d 8h
34kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceUS$234 - US$3,075Average Duration2d 3h
126kg CO₂e

Bus St. Louis to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$136
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure12:55am
Distance1378 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

St. Louis to Tampa Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from St. Louis to Tampa. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from St. Louis to Tampa from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from St. Louis to Tampa, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Tampa

  1. How far is St. Louis from Tampa?

    It's about 1389 km (861 miles) from St. Louis to Tampa.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Gateway Station, in St. Louis, and end it at 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
10-29
US$193
10-30
US$195
Today
US$113
11-01
US$116
11-02
US$113
11-03
US$106
11-04
US$129
11-05
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Tampa was searched and found on Nov 3, 2025 with a price of US$106

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

You can expect to pay from US$106 to US$221 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$106 which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually Greyhound 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St. Louis and Tampa!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from St. Louis to Tampa, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from St. Louis to Tampa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St. Louis to Tampa.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Tampa?

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