How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tampa?

The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Tampa start from £124. The average price for this route is around £181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Tampa?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Tampa is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 2144 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tampa at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Los Angeles to Tampa produces an estimated 86 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tampa?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Tampa?

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 Los Angeles to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Tampa from £119 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Tampa on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:55	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 22h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	12:30	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	13:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Tampa on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 17h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 12h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 17h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	10:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

2d 18hAverage duration

2144 milesDistance

86kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£124 - £494	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£223 - £2,393	Average duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 315kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Tampa?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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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

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £131

Greyhound Los Angeles Tampa recent customer reviews

Bus left without us in Phoenix after being told the wait would be 45 mins it's left after 2 took the staff over and hour to give us answers

Kendra C.

4 July 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Los Angeles, US to Tampa

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tampa?
The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Tampa start from £124. The average price for this route is around £181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Tampa is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 2144 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tampa at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Tampa?
A bus journey from Los Angeles to Tampa produces an estimated 86 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tampa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Tampa?
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 Los Angeles to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

27/11

£249

28/11

£222

Today

£269

30/11

No data

01/12

£228

02/12

£134

03/12

£134

04/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tampa was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £134

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

You can expect to pay from £134 to £449 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £134, which is on 2025-12-02.