How far is Jacksonville from Tampa by coach?

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

Is there a way to reach Jacksonville from Tampa without a car?

You can travel to Jacksonville from Tampa by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Tampa to Jacksonville from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 22 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
21:50	University of South Florida	9h 10m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 23 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 24 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	Cheapest
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 28 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Jacksonville on 29 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:20	Tampa Bus Station	6h 25m	20:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	6h 15m	15:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
06:50	Tampa Bus Station	8h 10m	15:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	8h 25m	07:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
10:25	Union Station	6h 26m	16:51	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:20 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Jacksonville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Jacksonville. The journey takes about 5 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 24mAverage duration

173 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£28 - £79	Average duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £98	Average duration5h 24m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville

A
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
B
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,400 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,388 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 15 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the temperature, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £30

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Tampa Jacksonville recent customer reviews

First driver was very thorough and let us know what was happening at each stop Some bathroom stops were dirty and no soap in dispensers

Carrie K.

14 July 2025

Yes only thing was when we where supposed to leave from Tampa our bus broke and it took two hours before another bus came. Other then that it was good.

Elaine M.

28 August 2017

Bus was late, missed connection, staff was brusque and aggressive

Kiernan M.

11 May 2019

Amtrak

4/55,598 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tampa to Jacksonville, FL

How far is Jacksonville from Tampa by coach?
The distance between Tampa and Jacksonville by coach is approximately 172 miles (277 km).
Is there a way to reach Jacksonville from Tampa without a car?
You can travel to Jacksonville from Tampa by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£49

21/11

£55

Today

£48

23/11

£47

24/11

£36

25/11

£40

26/11

£48

27/11

£31

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £31

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

You can expect to pay from £31 to £314 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-11-27.

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.