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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Gateway Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | University of South Florida | Gateway Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Gateway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and St. Louis?
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to St. Louis start from $174. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 St. Louis?
The average bus travel time from Tampa to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1387 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to St. Louis route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to St. Louis at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis generates an estimated 35 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 St. Louis?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $186To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $186 to $4,337 for a bus ticket from Tampa to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-12-31.
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 St. Louis?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
