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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Key West
    Departure location: Caroline St
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $52
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Key West
    Departure location: Key West Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $60
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Key West
    Departure location: Caroline St
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $51
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Key West
    Departure location: Key West Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $49
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Key West
    Departure location: Key West Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $49
Bus Key West to Tampa: Trip Overview

Bus Key West to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$65
Average bus trip duration13h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure9:30 AM
Distance246 miles (396 km)
Latest bus departure5:00 PM

Key West to Tampa Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures9:30AM - 5:00PM
Minimum Price$81
Average Ticket Price$65
Minimum Trip Duration10h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration13h
Distance246 miles (396 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Key West - Tampa

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Tampa without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Key West to Tampa takes around 13h, although the fastest bus will take 10h 50m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 miles (384 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Key West and Tampa is 238 miles (384 km).

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Key West to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Key West to Tampa a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Key West to Tampa start their journey at Caroline St and wind up at Tampa USF, FL. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. With prices starting at $52, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $65 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $52 to $82, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Key West to Tampa. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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 Key West to Tampa but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Key West to Tampa, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Key West to Tampa.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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