Bus Tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures for Tampa to Los Angeles on November 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $241, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2d 18hAverage Duration
3472 kmDistance
87kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$241 - $756Average Duration2d 18h
87kg CO₂e
Average Price$415 - $5,522Average Duration3d 18h
315kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Los Angeles, US by bus

  1. How far is Tampa from Los Angeles?

    The distance between Tampa and Los Angeles is approximately 3464 km (2148 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    Buses departing from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa will take you to UCLA in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$417
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$353
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$378
11-26
$313
11-27
$370
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $313

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

You can expect to pay from $313 to $4,231 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $313 which is on 2025-11-26.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Los Angeles, US?

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