What is the travel distance from New York to Tampa?

The distance separating New York and Tampa is 1003 miles (1618 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Tampa?

The majority of buses traveling from New York to Tampa start their journey at Chinatown and wind up at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus New York to Tampa from $95 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJul 8

from $224

TomorrowJul 9

from $162

ThuJul 10

from $162

FriJul 11

from $154

SatJul 12

from $118

SunJul 13

from $136

MonJul 14

TueJul 15

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 9 at 6:00pm
Departure city: New York City
Departure location: 95 Canal St
Arrival time: July 10 at 3:00pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 5024 E 10th Ave. (Family Dollar)
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h
Departure time: July 9 at 1:30am
Departure city: New York City
Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Arrival time: July 10 at 11:30am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 10h
Departure time: July 9 at 10:00pm
Departure city: New York City
Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Arrival time: July 11 at 6:00am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h
Departure time: July 9 at 3:30pm
Departure city: New York City
Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Arrival time: July 10 at 4:55pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
Departure time: July 9 at 10:00pm
Departure city: New York City
Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Arrival time: July 11 at 9:30am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: University of South Florida
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 11h

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to Tampa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $408	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$127 - $771	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from New York to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

$127Cheapest ticket

147kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$132

Average bus trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily buses27

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance1004 miles (1619 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,446 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5608 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Wanda Coach New York Tampa recent customer reviews

Seats smell very bad. Like pee. Bathroom terrible.

Carlos G.

November 14, 2024

Everything was professional

Hovhannes V.

August 20, 2023

No complaints 👍

Jose B.

January 5, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,093 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 New York Tampa recent customer reviews

The drivers vould speak slower so as to help travelers who are from other culture. The accent can be a communication barrier.

Winsome H.

January 4, 2017

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US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

New York to Tampa Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York to Tampa. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New York to Tampa.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from New York to Tampa, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in New York and Tampa?

Stops in New York

A - Chinatown

B - GW Bridge

C - New York Port Authority

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Tampa

What is the travel distance from New York to Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Tampa?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/06

$150

07/07

$150

Today

$150

07/09

$150

07/10

$150

07/11

$150

07/12

$130

07/13

$129

The cheapest trip from New York City to Tampa was searched and found on Jul 13, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $303 for a bus ticket from New York City to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-07-13.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York and Tampa!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from New York to Tampa.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York to Tampa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York to Tampa.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Tampa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 11h	Avg Price$132	Daily Departures27
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 4h	Avg Price$211	Daily Departures1

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Bus New York City to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Wanda Coach New York Tampa recent customer reviews

Greyhound New York Tampa recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in New York and Tampa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Tampa

What is the travel distance from New York to Tampa?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Tampa?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Tampa?

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

You can also go to Tampa by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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