Is there a way to reach West Palm Beach from Tampa without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and sustainable ways to reach West Palm Beach. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

Traveling from Tampa to West Palm Beach takes around 7h 20m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 171 miles (275 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Tampa and West Palm Beach?

Tampa and West Palm Beach are 171 miles (275 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

If you're headed to West Palm Beach from Tampa, chances are that your bus will depart from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) and arrive at Tri-Rail & Greyhound. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

The bus ticket costs $48 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $33 and $100, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in West Palm Beach?

Once in West Palm Beach, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Palm Beach Segway Tours, Ballpark of The Palm Beaches, Skydive Palm Beach, Lion Country Safari and Rapids Water Park.

Tampa to West Palm Beach Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 7

from $41

ThuMay 8

from $33

FriMay 9

from $37

SatMay 10

from $34

SunMay 11

from $37

MonMay 12

from $33

TueMay 13

from $32

WedMay 14

from $31

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 1:45pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: May 7 at 7:50pm
Destination city: West Palm Beach
Destination location: Tri-Rail & Greyhound
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 5m
Departure time: May 7 at 6:50am
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:45pm
Destination city: West Palm Beach
Destination location: Tri-Rail & Greyhound
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 55m
Departure time: May 7 at 9:25pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: May 8 at 4:15am
Destination city: West Palm Beach
Destination location: Tri-Rail & Greyhound
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m
Departure time: May 7 at 9:50pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: University of South Florida
Arrival time: May 8 at 4:15am
Destination city: West Palm Beach
Destination location: Tri-Rail & Greyhound
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 25m

Accepted payments

Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to West Palm Beach.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $100	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$23 - $136	Average Duration3h 48m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to West Palm Beach

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach West Palm Beach. The journey takes about 3 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 48mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest ticket

25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to West Palm Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$48

Average bus trip duration7h 20m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure6:50am

Distance170 miles (274 km)

Latest bus departure10:35pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/58,526 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

3.5/586,963 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Tampa West Palm Beach recent customer reviews

The bus has a flat tire right after we leave

Tibeau T.

August 27, 2019

The bus on time. The first driver was aggressive

Sentia R.

April 30, 2019

La Cubana Xpress

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Tampa to West Palm Beach Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Tampa to West Palm Beach is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Tampa to West Palm Beach.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to West Palm Beach from Tampa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and West Palm Beach?

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Stops in West Palm Beach

A - Tri-Rail & Greyhound

B - Turnpike MM94

C - Okeechobee Rd & I-95

D - Lake Worth Service Plaza

E - Vedado

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tampa - West Palm Beach

Is there a way to reach West Palm Beach from Tampa without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Tampa to West Palm Beach?
What is the distance between Tampa and West Palm Beach?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to West Palm Beach?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tampa to West Palm Beach?
What are the best sights and things to do in West Palm Beach?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/04

$71

05/05

$79

Today

$41

05/07

$41

05/08

$33

05/09

$37

05/10

$34

05/11

$37

The cheapest trip from Tampa to West Palm Beach was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $104 for a bus ticket from Tampa to West Palm Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-05-08.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Tampa to West Palm Beach.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Tampa to West Palm Beach.

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 West Palm Beach.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Tampa to West Palm Beach.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 48m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

Bus from Tampa to West Palm Beach

You can also go to West Palm Beach by train

Train from Tampa to West Palm Beach

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travelers no matter where they are in the world. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to West Palm Beach.

Bus Tampa to West Palm Beach: Trip Overview

Compare bus companies

Tampa to West Palm Beach Bus

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and West Palm Beach?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tampa - West Palm Beach

Is there a way to reach West Palm Beach from Tampa without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

What is the distance between Tampa and West Palm Beach?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

What are the best sights and things to do in West Palm Beach?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to West Palm Beach?

Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

You can also go to West Palm Beach by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Buses Connecting Tampa

Buses Leaving from Tampa

Buses Going to Tampa

Popular Buses Connecting West Palm Beach

Buses Leaving from West Palm Beach

Buses Going to West Palm Beach

Popular routes in this country

Popular airport transfers