Bus from Tampa to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Tampa to New Orleans on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
792 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$126 - $372Average Duration1d 1h
20kg CO₂e
Average Price$321 - $1,909Average Duration2d 23h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to New Orleans by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to New Orleans start from $126. The average price for this route is around $154. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Tampa to New Orleans?

    The average bus travel time from Tampa to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 792 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tampa to New Orleans route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to New Orleans?

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

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to New Orleans?

    A bus trip from Tampa to New Orleans generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Tampa to New Orleans?

    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 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to New Orleans?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tampa to New Orleans?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to New Orleans?

    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
01-26
$113
01-27
No data
Today
$124
01-29
$226
01-30
$221
01-31
$287
02-01
$167
02-02
$137
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $113

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

You can expect to pay from $113 to $1,986 for a bus ticket from Tampa to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2026-02-02.

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 New Orleans?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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