Find coaches from Tampa to South Bend

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Next departures from Tampa to South Bend on 24 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
South BendCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of South Florida
South BendFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
South Bend StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
South Bend StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
South Bend StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to South Bend

Bus
Average priceUS$95 - US$194Average duration1d 8h
39kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$124 - US$385Average duration1d 15h
142kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$95Cheapest ticket
39kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:25
Distance970 miles
Latest bus departure20:00

Tampa to South Bend Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Tampa to South Bend. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Tampa to South Bend will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - South Bend

  1. How far is South Bend from Tampa by coach?

    The distance between Tampa and South Bend by coach is approximately 972 miles (1568 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach South Bend from Tampa without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
20/09
US$278
21/09
US$211
Today
US$278
23/09
US$202
24/09
US$278
25/09
US$278
26/09
US$211
27/09
US$245
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to South Bend was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$202

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

You can expect to pay from US$202 to US$2,373 for a bus ticket from Tampa to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$202, which is on 2025-09-23.

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 South Bend!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tampa to South Bend, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 South Bend.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tampa to South Bend, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to South Bend?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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