How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles cost?

The bus ticket price from Tampa to Los Angeles starts at US$167. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 Tampa to Los Angeles?

The average travel time between Tampa and Los Angeles is around 2d 18h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3464 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Los Angeles?

The number of buses from Tampa to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Los Angeles?

When taking the bus from Tampa to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

Buses travelling between Tampa and Los Angeles leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

Bus Tampa to Los Angeles from US$165 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Los Angeles on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	3d 2h	21:10	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:55	University of South Florida	2d 14h	04:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	4d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 15h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	2d 14h	04:10	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Los Angeles on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 15h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:55	University of South Florida	2d 15h	05:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	4d 1h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 16h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Los Angeles on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 14h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 11h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	4d	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	2d 14h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	2d 13h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:30 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

2d 18hAverage duration

3459 kmDistance

86kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$167 - US$537	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$373 - US$3 822	Average duration3d 18h	CO₂ emissions 315kg CO₂e

Bus Tampa to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$280

Average bus trip duration2d 18h

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure06:10

Distance3458 km

Latest bus departure22:35

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 557 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Tampa to Los Angeles Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Tampa to Los Angeles.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Tampa to Los Angeles from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Tampa to Los Angeles, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Los Angeles?

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

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Los Angeles, US

How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles cost?
The bus ticket price from Tampa to Los Angeles starts at US$167. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 Tampa to Los Angeles?
The average travel time between Tampa and Los Angeles is around 2d 18h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3464 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Los Angeles?
The number of buses from Tampa to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Los Angeles?
When taking the bus from Tampa to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Los Angeles?
Buses travelling between Tampa and Los Angeles leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$181

30/10

US$240

Today

US$238

01/11

US$235

02/11

US$185

03/11

No data

04/11

US$196

05/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$181

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

You can expect to pay from US$181 to US$4 785 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$185, which is on 2025-11-02.

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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tampa to Los Angeles but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Los Angeles, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Tampa to Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Los Angeles, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 18h	Avg priceUS$280	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3d 18h	Avg priceUS$504	Daily departures1

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