How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Tampa start from $149. The average price for this route is around $251. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Tampa is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 724 miles (1167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Tampa at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.

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

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Tampa generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Tampa?

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 Charlottesville to Tampa?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Tampa?

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 Charlottesville to Tampa from $134 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Tampa on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 23h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	3:45pm	Charlottesville Station	23h 45m	3:30pm	Union Station	Fastest
	3:45pm	Charlottesville Station	23h 45m	3:30pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 8h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:56 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

724 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$149 - $412	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$183 - $468	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Tampa?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,430 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Charlottesville Tampa recent customer reviews

After my Washington pick up I got dropped off in Raleigh North Carolina it’s was a very dangerous and it’s was so high crime area and no charger no nothing just got dropped off at a random stop no open stores very bad experience and I payed almost 300$ and I get 2 hours later to my destination this is very bad service

Jesus M.

June 22, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Tampa by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Tampa start from $149. The average price for this route is around $251. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Tampa is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 724 miles (1167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Tampa at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Tampa?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Tampa generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Tampa?
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 Charlottesville to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Tampa?
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

12/11

$198

12/12

$170

Today

$220

12/14

$195

12/15

No data

12/16

No data

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12/18

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $170

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

You can expect to pay from $170 to $768 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2025-12-14.