What's the distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach?

The distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach is approximately 172 miles (277 km).

How can I get from Jacksonville to Tampa without driving?

You can travel to Tampa from Jacksonville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Jacksonville to Tampa from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	5h 50m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 20m	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 30m	14:35	University of South Florida	Fastest
Bus	08:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Tampa on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	6h 45m	22:50	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	16:55	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Jacksonville Bus Station	8h 35m	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	7h 55m	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 17:51 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville 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 5 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 29mAverage duration

173 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£28 - £79	Average duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £97	Average duration5h 29m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Tampa?

Stops in Jacksonville

A
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
B
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
Visit page
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, 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

3.5/511,444 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,394 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87394 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £29

Greyhound Jacksonville Tampa recent customer reviews

My First Time Using I Usually Ride With Mega Bus or Red Coach .. Excellent First Time Experience ..Only Inconvenience To Me Was No Sits Assign .

Princess B.

17 March 2020

I was satisfied

Armando A.

31 January 2020

It’s could be worse C

Amanda H.

23 November 2018

La Cubana Xpress

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa

What's the distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach?
The distance between Jacksonville and Tampa by coach is approximately 172 miles (277 km).
How can I get from Jacksonville to Tampa without driving?
You can travel to Tampa from Jacksonville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

23/11

£43

24/11

£39

Today

£61

26/11

£60

27/11

£39

28/11

£39

29/11

£39

30/11

£43

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £39

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

You can expect to pay from £39 to £102 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2025-11-27.