How much is the bus ticket from St. Petersburg to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Tampa start from $11. The average price for this route is around $13. 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from St. Petersburg to Tampa is 45m, covering a distance of 17 miles (27 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the St. Petersburg to Tampa route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Petersburg to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from St. Petersburg to Tampa at 1:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa?

A bus trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa generates an estimated 1 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa from $4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Petersburg to Tampa on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	45m	12:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:45pm	Central Ave N	30m	9:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35pm	Central Ave N	35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	45m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Central Ave N	35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Petersburg to Tampa on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	45m	12:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:35pm	Central Ave N	35m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:55pm	Central Ave N	35m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	45m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Central Ave N	1h 10m	4:05pm	University of South Florida	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:53 AM EST.

Get from St. Petersburg to Tampa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

45mAverage Duration

17 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in St. Petersburg and Tampa?

Stops in St. Petersburg

A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA
B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA

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

3.5/511,488 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Tampa start from $11. The average price for this route is around $13. 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from St. Petersburg to Tampa is 45m, covering a distance of 17 miles (27 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Petersburg to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Petersburg to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from St. Petersburg to Tampa at 1:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa?
A bus trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa generates an estimated 1 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 St. Petersburg to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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

11/29

$5

11/30

$5

Today

$4

12/02

$4

12/03

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The cheapest trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $4

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

You can expect to pay from $4 to $25 for a bus ticket from St. Petersburg to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-12-02.