How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Tampa start from $126. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Raleigh to Tampa?

The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Tampa is 1d , covering a distance of 946 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Raleigh 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 12050 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Tampa from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 9h	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 55m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	23h 5m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	3:05pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	23h 5m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 7h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	1d 1h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 55m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	3:05pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	1d 1h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	3:05pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	3:05pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Tampa on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	19h 25m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	20h 30m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 15m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	3:05pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	1d 1h	9:30am	University of South Florida	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 16 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 33mAverage Duration

942 kmDistance

86kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $396	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $339	Average Duration16h 33m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Tampa?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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

3.5/512,153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Tampa start from $126. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Raleigh to Tampa?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Tampa is 1d , covering a distance of 946 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Tampa generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Raleigh 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 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Tampa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Raleigh 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

01-24

$217

01-25

$176

Today

$159

01-27

$275

01-28

$219

01-29

$166

01-30

$176

01-31

$221

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Tampa was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $159

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

You can expect to pay from $159 to $275 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2026-01-29.