How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Tampa start from $88. The average price for this route is around $135. 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 Raleigh to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Tampa is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 586 miles (946 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa generates an estimated 24 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 Raleigh 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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Tampa from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	23h 35m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	23h 35m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 55m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	23h 35m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 55m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	22h 5m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	1d 1h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	23h 35m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	22h 5m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	23h 35m	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:11 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 16 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 33mAverage Duration

584 milesDistance

86kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$88 - $258	Average Duration23h 5m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $242	Average Duration16h 33m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Tampa?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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

3.5/511,600 reviews

Staff4.2

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

3.5/587,430 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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Tampa start from $88. The average price for this route is around $135. 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 Raleigh to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Tampa is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 586 miles (946 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa generates an estimated 24 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 Raleigh 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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

12/11

$176

12/12

$187

Today

$123

12/14

$175

12/15

$121

12/16

$132

12/17

$153

12/18

$151

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $121

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

You can expect to pay from $121 to $258 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-15.