Next departures for Tampa to Newark on November 24
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Tampa Bus Station
Newark Penn Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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University of South Florida
Newark Penn Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Newark Penn Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Newark Penn Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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University of South Florida
Newark Penn Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Newark
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5602 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $162
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.
A good way to travel this route is with La Cubana Xpress buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $327 and the shortest trip taking about 1380. La Cubana Xpress gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampa to Newark, NJ by bus
How far is Tampa from Newark?
The distance between the two cities is 1000 miles (1613 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Newark?
Most of the buses traveling from Tampa to Newark leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Penn Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/21
$219
11/22
$174
Today
$168
11/24
$159
11/25
$182
11/26
$214
11/27
$155
11/28
$155
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $155
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $155 to $1,015 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-11-27.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Newark, NJ?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $155
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
