Find coaches from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA

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Next departures from Tampa to Philadelphia on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
University of South Florida
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
30th Street StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$81 - US$314Average duration1d 11h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$363 - US$363Average duration1d 3h
136kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just US$363, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 3hAverage duration
US$363Cheapest ticket
136kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average bus trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses34
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance927 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Tampa to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Philadelphia, PA

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

    The journey from Tampa to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 927 miles (1496 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Tampa to Philadelphia without flying?

    To travel from Tampa to Philadelphia without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

Best price found
06/10
US$153
07/10
US$190
Today
US$201
09/10
US$127
10/10
US$120
11/10
No data
12/10
US$105
13/10
US$122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Oct 2025 with a price of US$105

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

You can expect to pay from US$105 to US$896 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$105, which is on 2025-10-12.

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

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 Tampa and Philadelphia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tampa to Philadelphia, 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 Tampa to Philadelphia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Tampa to Philadelphia.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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