How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Tampa start at R 1 759. The average price for this route is around R 2 758. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Tampa?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Tampa is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1601 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Tampa at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Tampa produces an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Tampa?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Tampa from R 1 894 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 5h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	13:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	13:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	13:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	13:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tampa on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:30	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	18:10	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 759, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1601 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 759 - R 6 425	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 320 - R 9 109	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tampa?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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

3.5/511 624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 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 from Chicago to Tampa by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Tampa start at R 1 759. The average price for this route is around R 2 758. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Tampa is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1601 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Tampa at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Tampa?
A bus trip from Chicago to Tampa produces an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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

13/12

R 3 684

14/12

R 3 202

Today

R 4 012

16/12

R 3 822

17/12

R 2 574

18/12

R 2 824

19/12

R 3 418

20/12

R 3 280

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tampa was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 574

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 574 to R 6 078 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 574, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Greyhound 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.