Is there a way to reach Tampa from Tallahassee without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Tampa without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Tampa from Tallahassee by bus?

The travel time from Tallahassee to Tampa is about 6h 15m, although the fastest bus will take 5h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 204 miles (329 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Tallahassee and Tampa?

About 204 miles (329 km) separate Tallahassee and Tampa.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tallahassee to Tampa?

If you're headed to Tampa from Tallahassee, chances are that your bus will leave from Greyhound Station and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Tallahassee to Tampa?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Tallahassee to Tampa by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $41.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tallahassee to Tampa?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Tallahassee to Tampa is $53. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $41 to $119, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Tallahassee to Tampa Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $46

SatApr 26

from $38

SunApr 27

from $40

MonApr 28

from $37

TueApr 29

from $35

WedApr 30

from $35

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 11:55am
Departure city: Tallahassee
Departure location: Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 10:20am
Departure city: Tallahassee
Departure location: Tallahassee FSU, FL
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 3801 USF Holly Drive
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: April 26 at 6:10pm
Departure city: Tallahassee
Departure location: Tallahassee (CK Steele Bus Plaza)
Arrival time: April 27 at 12:30am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 20m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:20am
Departure city: Tallahassee
Departure location: Tallahassee FSU, FL
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 3801 USF Holly Drive
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: April 26 at 10:00am
Departure city: Tallahassee
Departure location: Tallahassee Downtown
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:20pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: 3801 USF Holly Drive
Operated by: RedCoach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m

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Bus Tallahassee to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$53

Average bus trip duration6h 15m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure9:00am

Distance204 miles (328 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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RedCoach

4/53,895 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.7

RedCoach is a US-based bus company that has become popular for offering comfortable, affordable rides in Florida and Texas, with fewer stops between destinations. They have three different bus classes: first-class, executive and economy, each one of them offering different amenities and conveniences. First-class and executive buses have fewer seats, which are extra wide, recline up to 140 degrees, and there's extra legroom, offering extra pleasant rides. In all classes, you can find high-quality services, seats designed to provide extra comfort, free Wi-FI, power outlets and bathrooms. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your tickets up to three hours before the travel date for free.

RedCoach Tallahassee Tampa recent customer reviews

I didn’t ride because it left me. I was in a traffic ram but arrived before 5:20

Joyce S.

November 19, 2021

The trip was enjoyable and relaxing. I would highly recommend it to my friends and family.

Jeanette J.

December 12, 2019

TERRIBLE. The bus broke down, on I75, we waited almost 2 hrs, no A/C, no waters or fan; just waiting for some other bus to come pick us up. Driver was very nice, polite and also embarrassed.

Rosa L.

September 24, 2018

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 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 Tallahassee Tampa recent customer reviews

Extremely dissapointed by Greyhound. Arrangement for an alternative bus could have been made instead of telling customers that the bus would not come until 3 AM. The customer service representative at the front desk was NOT courteous at all, very insensitive, and lack customer service at all. There was no reason for his rudeness.

Hesborn W.

April 18, 2022

All went well. It was a few mins behind arriving in Tampa but within 20 mins so not a big deal.

Dorothy B.

July 31, 2019

The staff was great and helpful. The bus was over 2 hours late. I ended up switching my tickets for the following morning because I was tired of waiting. But today the bus was on time.

Ginger C.

June 3, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Tallahassee to Tampa Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Tallahassee and Tampa?

Stops in Tallahassee

A - Greyhound Station

B - Tallahassee FSU, FL

C - Tallahassee Downtown, FL

D - Flying J

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tallahassee - Tampa

Is there a way to reach Tampa from Tallahassee without a car?
How long does it take to get to Tampa from Tallahassee by bus?
What is the distance between Tallahassee and Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tallahassee to Tampa?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Tallahassee to Tampa?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tallahassee to Tampa?

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

Best price found

04/21

$47

04/22

$47

Today

$47

04/24

$43

04/25

$46

04/26

$38

04/27

$40

04/28

$37

The cheapest trip from Tallahassee to Tampa was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $69 for a bus ticket from Tallahassee to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually REDCOACH FLORIDA 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

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tallahassee to Tampa, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Tallahassee to Tampa will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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!

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Bus Tickets from Tallahassee, FL to Tampa, FL

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Bus Tallahassee to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Tallahassee to Tampa Bus

Where are the popular stops in Tallahassee and Tampa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tallahassee - Tampa

Is there a way to reach Tampa from Tallahassee without a car?

How long does it take to get to Tampa from Tallahassee by bus?

What is the distance between Tallahassee and Tampa?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tallahassee to Tampa?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Tallahassee to Tampa?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Tallahassee to Tampa?

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