Next departures for Tampa to Philadelphia on November 20
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of South Florida
Schuylkill & Walnut
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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University of South Florida
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Tampa to Philadelphia on November 21
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Union Station
30th Street Station
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Union Station
30th Street Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Next departures for Tampa to Philadelphia on November 22
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
Cheapest
Union Station
30th Street Station
Fastest
Union Station
30th Street Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Tampa to Philadelphia on November 24
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of South Florida
199 Spring Garden St.
Cheapest
Union Station
30th Street Station
Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Next departures for Tampa to Philadelphia on November 25
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Union Station
30th Street Station
CheapestFastest
Union Station
30th Street Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Philadelphia
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 5595 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 $160
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.
La Cubana Xpress offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at $306. The quickest ride takes around 1320. La Cubana Xpress offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
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NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA by bus
What is the distance between Tampa and Philadelphia?
The distance between the two cities is 927 miles (1496 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Philadelphia?
If you're headed to Philadelphia from Tampa, chances are that your bus will depart from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Philadelphia Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?
Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Citizens Bank Park, The Franklin Institute, Betsy Ross House, Shofuso Japanese House and Garden and National Museum of Jewish History.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$146
11/19
$86
Today
$191
11/21
$190
11/22
$188
11/23
$154
11/24
$219
11/25
$190
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $86
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $86 to $897 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2025-11-23.
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 Philadelphia, PA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination