How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa cost?

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Tampa starts at R 1 487. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Tampa?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Tampa is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1496 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Tampa?

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Tampa?

When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Tampa leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Bus Philadelphia to Tampa from R 1 580 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 16h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 14h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 9h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 10h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 14h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 1 day, 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1493 kmDistance

136kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 487 - R 5 569	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 148 - R 8 272	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

La Cubana Xpress

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

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Tampa?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Tampa starts at R 1 487. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Tampa is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1496 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Tampa?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Tampa?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Tampa leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 3 731

11/11

R 3 485

Today

R 3 705

13/11

R 1 580

14/11

R 2 186

15/11

R 2 300

16/11

R 2 089

17/11

R 2 353

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 580

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 580 to R 4 135 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 580, which is on 2025-11-13.