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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Tampa to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours, and with fares starting at just R 1 826, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Houston?
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 Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Houston start at R 1 826. The average price for this route is around R 2 711. 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 Houston?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Houston is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1277 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Houston route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Houston at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Houston?
A bus trip from Tampa to Houston produces an estimated 32 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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Houston, US was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 222To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Houston, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 222 to R 3 733 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 222, which is on 2025-12-07.
