How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Charlotte start at R 1 494. The average price for this route is around R 2 055. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tampa to Charlotte?

The average bus journey time from Tampa to Charlotte is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 824 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Charlotte?

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Charlotte at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte?

A bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Tampa to Charlotte?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Charlotte?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tampa to Charlotte from R 1 579 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 10m	16:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	10:25	Union Station	1d 16h	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	1d 16h	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 494, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

17h 30mAverage duration

824 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 494 - R 4 195	Average duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 601 - R 4 778	Average duration20h 21m	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Charlotte?

Stops in Tampa

A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605
B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA
C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA
E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
Visit page
B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Visit page
C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Charlotte, NC by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Charlotte start at R 1 494. The average price for this route is around R 2 055. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tampa to Charlotte?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Charlotte is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 824 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Charlotte at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Tampa to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

26/11

R 3 096

27/11

R 2 719

Today

R 2 798

29/11

R 3 166

30/11

R 1 973

01/12

R 2 175

02/12

R 2 122

03/12

R 1 754

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 754

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 754 to R 44 342 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 754, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak 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.