How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Newark start from $145. The average price for this route is around $228. 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 Newark?

The average bus travel time from Tampa to Newark is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1598 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 35m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , La Cubana Xpress , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Newark?

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Newark at 6:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Newark?

A bus trip from Tampa to Newark generates an estimated 40 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 Newark?

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 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Newark?

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 Newark?

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 Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tampa to Newark from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 8h	6:35am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	1d 10h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:50pm	University of South Florida	1d 8h	6:35am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on February 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 8h	3:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on February 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	Cheapest
	8:00am	Tampa (Brandon), FL	23h	7:00am	Elizabeth, NJ	Fastest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 14h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on February 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 14h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on February 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	1d 6h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Union Station	1d 1h	10:25am	Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	1:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:28 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1598 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $528	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$186 - $1,021	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Newark?

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 Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

La Cubana Xpress

3.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi0

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Newark start from $145. The average price for this route is around $228. 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 Newark?
The average bus travel time from Tampa to Newark is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1598 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 35m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Newark at 6:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Newark?
A bus trip from Tampa to Newark generates an estimated 40 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 Newark?
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Newark?
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 Newark?
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 Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

01-30

$270

01-31

$327

Today

$327

02-02

$270

02-03

$218

02-04

$270

02-05

$218

02-06

$218

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $218

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

You can expect to pay from $218 to $1,259 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2026-02-03.