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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
- This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
- Departure time: August 21 atDeparture city: TampaDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: August 23 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: August 21 atDeparture city: TampaDeparture location: Tampa Bus StationArrival time: August 22 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Tampa to Chicago Bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 25, 2025 with a price of $90To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $90 to $2,373 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-08-25.
Usually Amtrak 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.
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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 Tampa to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.
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 Tampa to Chicago.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tampa to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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