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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Tampa Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Tampa Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Union Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Tampa Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Tampa Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Los Angeles?
Stops in Tampa
- A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605 - B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA - C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA - D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA - E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA - F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles start from $272. The average price for this route is around $445. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tampa to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Tampa to Los Angeles is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 3459 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Los Angeles route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Los Angeles at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Tampa to Los Angeles generates an estimated 86 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tampa to Los Angeles?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tampa to Los Angeles?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to Los Angeles?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $327To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $327 to $4,957 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $327 which is on 2025-12-06.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
