How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Tampa start from $129. The average price for this route is around $176. 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 Cincinnati to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Tampa is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 785 miles (1266 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Tampa at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Tampa generates an estimated 32 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 Cincinnati 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 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati 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 has the most timely service from Cincinnati to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Tampa from $121 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Tampa on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	23h 10m	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 15h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	23h 40m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Tampa on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 16h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 10m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 15h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Tampa on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 10m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 15h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 8h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Tampa on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	23h 10m	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	23h 40m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 15h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Tampa on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	22h 10m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 15h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 8h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

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Get from Cincinnati to Tampa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

785 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Tampa?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Visit page
B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, 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

3.5/511,683 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,443 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Tampa start from $129. The average price for this route is around $176. 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 Cincinnati to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Tampa is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 785 miles (1266 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Tampa at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Tampa?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Tampa generates an estimated 32 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 Cincinnati 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 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati 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 has the most timely service from Cincinnati to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cincinnati 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

12/19

$184

12/20

$197

Today

No data

12/22

$318

12/23

$210

12/24

No data

12/25

$158

12/26

$197

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $158

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

You can expect to pay from $158 to $318 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-25.