How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to New Orleans start at R 1 503. The average price for this route is around R 2 318. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tampa to New Orleans?

The average bus journey time from Tampa to New Orleans is 1d , covering a distance of 774 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to New Orleans at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

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

A bus trip from Tampa to New Orleans produces an estimated 19 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 Tampa to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to New Orleans?

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 Tampa to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tampa to New Orleans from R 1 758 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to New Orleans on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		17:55	University of South Florida	1d	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Tampa to New Orleans on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	19h 20m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	2d 11h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to New Orleans on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	19h 20m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to New Orleans on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	University of South Florida	1d 1h	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	2d 11h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	19h 20m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 503, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d Average duration

774 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 503 - R 5 112	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 961 - R 23 501	Average duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and New Orleans?

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

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to New Orleans 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 Tampa to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to New Orleans start at R 1 503. The average price for this route is around R 2 318. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tampa to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to New Orleans is 1d , covering a distance of 774 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to New Orleans at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Tampa to New Orleans produces an estimated 19 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 Tampa to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to New Orleans?
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 Tampa to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

14/12

R 2 486

15/12

R 2 315

Today

R 2 898

17/12

R 2 315

18/12

R 2 143

19/12

R 2 366

20/12

R 1 886

21/12

R 2 195

The cheapest trip from Tampa to New Orleans was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 886

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 886 to R 51 802 for a bus ticket from Tampa to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 886, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.