Bus Tickets from Tampa, FL to Charlottesville, VA

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Next departures to Charlottesville

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: Charlottesville
    Destination location: Charlottesville Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Charlottesville
    Destination location: Charlottesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Charlottesville
    Destination location: Charlottesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: Charlottesville
    Destination location: Charlottesville Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Charlottesville
    Destination location: Charlottesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Charlottesville

Bus
Average PriceUS$112 - US$384Average Duration1d 11h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$144 - US$259Average Duration1d 2h
107kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to Charlottesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$144Cheapest ticket
107kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Charlottesville: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$160
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure10:25am
Distance1167 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Charlottesville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Charlottesville

  1. How long does it take to get to Charlottesville from Tampa by bus?

    The trip from Tampa to Charlottesville will take on average 1d 11h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 1d 3h.

  2. What is the distance between Tampa and Charlottesville?

    It's about 1175 km (728 miles) from Tampa to Charlottesville.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Charlottesville?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Tampa, and end it at Campbells Travel Bus Stop, in Charlottesville.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Tampa to Charlottesville?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Charlottesville from Tampa; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$112, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Tampa to Charlottesville?

    Taking the bus from Tampa to Charlottesville costs on average US$160.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Tampa to Charlottesville?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Tampa until 10:35pm and reaching Charlottesville on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Charlottesville was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of US$332

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

You can expect to pay from US$332 to US$2,161 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$332 which is on 2025-05-14.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Charlottesville?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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