Find coaches from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa

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Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
University of South FloridaFastest
FlixBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Jacksonville Bus Station
Tampa Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$34 - US$74Average duration7h
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$22 - US$96Average duration5h 29m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Jacksonville to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 5 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 29mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jacksonville, FL to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration7h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure08:05
Distance171 miles
Latest bus departure21:45

Jacksonville to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Jacksonville, FL - Tampa

  1. What's the distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach?

    The distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach is approximately 172 miles (277 km).

  2. How can I get from Jacksonville to Tampa without driving?

    You can travel to Tampa from Jacksonville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/10
US$89
08/10
US$36
Today
US$37
10/10
US$43
11/10
US$39
12/10
US$43
13/10
US$42
14/10
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-10-11.

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 Jacksonville and Tampa!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Jacksonville to Tampa will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Jacksonville to Tampa while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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.

Will you be returning to Jacksonville, FL by bus?

Bus from Tampa to Jacksonville, FL

You can also go to Tampa by train

Train from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa

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