Bus from Orlando to St. Petersburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Orlando to St. Petersburg on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Orlando Bus Station
Central Ave NCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Orlando Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Orlando Bus Station
St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)No tags
FlixBusBus
Orlando Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
The Florida Mall
St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:18 AM EST.

Get from Orlando to St. Petersburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
3hAverage Duration
89 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Orlando to St. Petersburg by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Orlando to St. Petersburg start from $20. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    The average bus trip duration from Orlando to St. Petersburg is 3h, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Orlando to St. Petersburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Orlando to St. Petersburg at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 12:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    A bus trip from Orlando to St. Petersburg generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    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 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Orlando to St. Petersburg?

    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
11/26
$26
11/27
$24
Today
$29
11/29
$23
11/30
$21
12/01
$19
12/02
$18
12/03
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Orlando to St. Petersburg was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $73 for a bus ticket from Orlando to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-02.

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