Bus Tickets from Tampa to Columbus, OH

TodayAug 6
from $158
TomorrowAug 7
FriAug 8
from $147
SatAug 9
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MonAug 11
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: 100 E Rich St
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: 100 E Rich St
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Columbus
    Destination location: 100 E Rich St
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Tampa to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$172
Average bus trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure9:30am
Distance828 miles (1335 km)
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Columbus Bus

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

Best price found
08/04
$165
08/05
$165
Today
$151
08/07
$127
08/08
$140
08/09
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08/10
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08/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Aug 7, 2025 with a price of $127

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

You can expect to pay from $127 to $165 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2025-08-07.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Tampa to Columbus.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Columbus, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Tampa to Columbus that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tampa to Columbus while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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