How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Newark start from $97. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 Tampa to Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Newark is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 991 miles (1598 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 35m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , La Cubana Xpress , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Newark at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Tampa to Newark generates an estimated 40 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 Tampa to Newark?

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 Newark?

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 Tampa to Newark?

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 Tampa to Newark?

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 Tampa to Newark from $133 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Tampa to Newark on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	11:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:50pm	University of South Florida	1d 11h	1:00am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 8h	1:00am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 13h	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:25pm	University of South Florida	1d 13h	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

991 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $342	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $879	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Newark?

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 Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,485 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.

La Cubana Xpress

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 Tampa to Newark, NJ 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 Tampa to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Newark start from $97. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 Tampa to Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Newark is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 991 miles (1598 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 35m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Newark at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Newark?
A bus trip from Tampa to Newark generates an estimated 40 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 Tampa to Newark?
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 Newark?
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 Tampa to Newark?
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 Tampa to Newark?
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

11/28

$387

11/29

$233

Today

$153

12/01

$176

12/02

$164

12/03

$144

12/04

$134

12/05

$144

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $134

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

You can expect to pay from $134 to $2,113 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak 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.