How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Tampa cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to Tampa starts at R 1 693. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from New York City to Tampa?

The average travel time between New York City and Tampa is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1618 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Tampa?

The number of buses from New York City to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to Tampa?

When taking the bus from New York City to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Wanda Coach, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Tampa?

Buses travelling between New York City and Tampa leave from New York Port Authority or Chinatown and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Bus New York City to Tampa from R 1 935 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 10h	09:30	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	12:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:15	Chinatown	1d 8h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:05	New York Port Authority	1d 11h	12:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30	Queens (Flushing)	1d 19h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00	New York, NY	20h	07:00	Tampa (Brandon), FL	Fastest
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	15:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Tampa on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	GW Bridge	1d 10h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	95 Canal St	21h	15:00	Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:44 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 523, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1620 kmDistance

147kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 693 - R 6 823	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 523 - R 12 799	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 318 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Wanda Coach

2.5/5646 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

Based on 646 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 833

Wanda Coach New York City Tampa recent customer reviews

Seats smell very bad. Like pee. Bathroom terrible.

Carlos G.

14 November 2024

Everything was professional

Hovhannes V.

20 August 2023

No complaints 👍

Jose B.

5 January 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 373 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87373 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 509

Greyhound New York City Tampa recent customer reviews

The drivers vould speak slower so as to help travelers who are from other culture. The accent can be a communication barrier.

Winsome H.

4 January 2017

La Cubana Xpress

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Tampa?

Stops in New York City

A - New York Port Authority

B - Chinatown

C - GW Bridge

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

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 about travelling from New York City to Tampa by bus

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Tampa cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Tampa starts at R 1 693. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Tampa?
The average travel time between New York City and Tampa is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1618 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Tampa?
The number of buses from New York City to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Tampa?
When taking the bus from New York City to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Wanda Coach, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Tampa?
Buses travelling between New York City and Tampa leave from New York Port Authority or Chinatown and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 2 627

14/11

R 2 627

Today

R 2 627

16/11

R 2 627

17/11

R 2 627

18/11

R 2 609

19/11

R 2 627

20/11

R 2 627

The cheapest trip from New York City to Tampa was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 609

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 609 to R 5 236 for a bus ticket from New York City to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 609, which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress 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.