How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Tampa?

The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Tampa start from £78. The average price for this route is around £116. 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 Washington to Tampa?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Tampa is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 809 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Wanda Coach , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Tampa at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

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

A bus journey from Washington to Tampa produces an estimated 33 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 Washington to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Tampa from £85 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Tampa on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 8h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:25	Union Station	1d 4h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:10	Union Station	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:10	Union Station	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 19h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Tampa on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 8h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:45	Union Station	1d	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:40	Union Station	1d 2h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:45	Union Station	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:15	Union Station	1d 2h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 07:18 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 22 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 39mAverage duration

817 milesDistance

120kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£78 - £332	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£78 - £318	Average duration22h 39m	CO₂ emissions 120kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Tampa?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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

FlixBus

3.5/511,496 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Wanda Coach

2.5/5653 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Tampa?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Tampa start from £78. The average price for this route is around £116. 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 Washington to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Tampa is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 809 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Wanda Coach, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Tampa at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Tampa?
A bus journey from Washington to Tampa produces an estimated 33 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 Washington to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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

30/11

£175

01/12

£190

Today

£117

03/12

£104

04/12

£97

05/12

£104

06/12

£95

07/12

£98

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tampa was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £95

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

You can expect to pay from £95 to £190 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £95, which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Wanda Coach 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.