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TodayApr 26
from $239
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from $164
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from $183
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $244
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $239
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $260
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $254
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: N. Hollywood (Lankershim)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $241
Bus Los Angeles to Tampa: Trip Overview

Bus Los Angeles to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$228
Average bus trip duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure7:05 AM
Distance2153 miles (3472 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Los Angeles to Tampa Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:05AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$181
Average Ticket Price$228
Minimum Trip Duration2d13h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d19h
Distance2153 miles (3472 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles - Tampa

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Tampa. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Los Angeles to Tampa takes about 2d 19h on average, although the fastest bus will take 2d 13h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 2148 miles (3464 km) that separate the two cities.

Los Angeles and Tampa are 2148 miles (3464 km) apart.

About 12 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Los Angeles to Tampa may vary. Simplify your trip from Los Angeles to Tampa by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 7:05 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:55 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Tampa from Los Angeles, chances are that your bus will depart from Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Tampa USF, FL. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $136, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $228 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $136 and $737, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Los Angeles to Tampa. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Los Angeles to Tampa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Tampa.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Los Angeles to Tampa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time2d 19hAvg Price$228Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time3d 18hAvg Price$605Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Los Angeles and Tampa is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $228 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $136. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tampa, choose the bus, as it will take you from Los Angeles to Tampa in about 2d 19h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Los Angeles by bus?

Bus from Tampa to Los Angeles

You can also go to Tampa by train

Train from Los Angeles to Tampa

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