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Next departures from Tampa to St. Petersburg on 4 October
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)CheapestFastest
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Central Ave NNo tags

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Bus Tampa to St. Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$12
Average bus trip duration35m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance18 miles
Latest bus departure15:15

Tampa to St. Petersburg Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Tampa to St. Petersburg.

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to St. Petersburg 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 - St. Petersburg

  1. What's the distance between Tampa and St. Petersburg by coach?

    The distance between Tampa and St. Petersburg by coach is approximately 13 miles (21 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Tampa to St. Petersburg without a car?

    You can travel to St. Petersburg from Tampa by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/09
US$5
29/09
US$5
Today
US$4
01/10
US$6
02/10
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03/10
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04/10
US$5
05/10
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to St. Petersburg was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$4

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

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$7 for a bus ticket from Tampa to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-10-04.

Usually FlixBus 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tampa to St. Petersburg but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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 St. Petersburg.

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 St. Petersburg.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tampa to St. Petersburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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!

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