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Bus Tampa to Lake City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$59
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance249 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Lake City Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Lake City

  1. How long is the trip from Tampa to Lake City by bus?

    The trip from Tampa to Lake City will take on average 8h 35m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Lake City in 7h 5m

  2. What is the travel distance from Tampa to Lake City?

    It's about 250 km (155 miles) from Tampa to Lake City.

  3. How many buses make the trip between Tampa and Lake City each day?

    You can expect around 3 buses plying this route, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Tampa to Lake City, and when is the last one?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 12:40am and the last one until 10:35pm. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Lake City?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Tampa, and end it at Lake City Bus Stop, in Lake City.

  6. What is the cheapest way to travel from Tampa to Lake City?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Tampa to Lake City. With a starting ticket price of US$43, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Tampa to Lake City?

    Taking the bus from Tampa to Lake City costs on average US$59.

  8. Is there an overnight bus from Tampa to Lake City?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Tampa until 10:35pm and reaching Lake City on the following day.

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tampa and Lake City!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Lake City, 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 Lake City.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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