Bus Tickets from Tampa to Washington, DC, US

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TodayJul 28
from US$157
TomorrowJul 29
from US$152
WedJul 30
from US$153
ThuJul 31
from US$138
FriAug 1
from US$127
SatAug 2
from US$144
SunAug 3
from US$151
MonAug 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: 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: July 29 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Washington

Bus
Average PriceUS$96 - US$343Average Duration1d 1h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$100 - US$409Average Duration22h 23m
120kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 22 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 23mAverage Duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
120kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$135
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure6:10am
Distance1317 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Washington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Washington, DC, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Tampa to Washington?

    It's about 1318 km (818 miles) from Tampa to Washington.

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

    Buses departing from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa will take you to Union Station in Washington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-26
US$150
07-27
US$150
Today
US$150
07-29
US$150
07-30
US$150
07-31
US$150
08-01
US$125
08-02
US$137
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$125

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

You can expect to pay from US$125 to US$1,696 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$125 which is on 2025-08-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Tampa to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tampa to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Tampa to Washington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

Bus from Tampa to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Tampa to Washington, DC, US

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