How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Tampa start from $112. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Tampa is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 841 miles (1357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Tampa at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Tampa generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Tampa?

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 5627 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Indianapolis to Tampa?

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 Indianapolis to Tampa from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Tampa on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	22h 55m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 2h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 13h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 10h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Tampa on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 2h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	22h 55m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 1h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 2h	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2d 1h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:26 PM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Tampa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

841 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Tampa?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,556 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,630 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,420 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Tampa by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Tampa start from $112. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Tampa is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 841 miles (1357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Tampa at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Tampa?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Tampa generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Tampa?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Indianapolis to Tampa?
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

12/06

$194

12/07

No data

Today

$132

12/09

No data

12/10

No data

12/11

$132

12/12

$142

12/13

No data

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $132

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

You can expect to pay from $132 to $1,589 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound 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.