How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tampa start from $98. The average price for this route is around $131. 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 New Orleans to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Tampa is 23h, covering a distance of 480 miles (774 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tampa at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Tampa generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Tampa from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for New Orleans to Tampa on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	9:45am	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 30m	12:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	2:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	20h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 11h	9:45am	University of South Florida	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 23 hours and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

23hAverage Duration

480 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $269	Average Duration23h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$241 - $952	Average Duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Tampa?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,559 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tampa start from $98. The average price for this route is around $131. 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 New Orleans to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Tampa is 23h, covering a distance of 480 miles (774 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tampa at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Tampa?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Tampa generates an estimated 19 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 New Orleans to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

$165

12/07

$106

Today

$181

12/09

$151

12/10

No data

12/11

$131

12/12

$113

12/13

$153

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $106

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

You can expect to pay from $106 to $181 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-12.