How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Houston start from $144. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 Houston?

The average bus travel time from Tampa to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1266 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Tampa to Houston generates an estimated 32 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 Tampa to Houston?

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 5696 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

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 Tampa to Houston?

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 Houston from $149 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 17h	3:30pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	5:55pm	University of South Florida	1d 20h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Houston on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:22 PM EST.

Get from Tampa to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1266 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Houston?

Stops in Tampa

A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605
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B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA
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E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,984 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Houston start from $144. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Tampa to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1266 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Houston at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Houston?
A bus trip from Tampa to Houston generates an estimated 32 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 Tampa to Houston?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tampa to Houston?
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 Tampa to Houston?
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

01-08

$264

01-09

$280

Today

$273

01-11

$240

01-12

$200

01-13

$190

01-14

$183

01-15

$179

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $179

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

You can expect to pay from $179 to $313 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2026-01-15.