How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa start from £78. The average price for this route is around £117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Tampa?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Tampa is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 925 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 20m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , La Cubana Xpress .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Tampa at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Tampa produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Tampa?

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 Philadelphia to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Tampa from £75 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 9h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 16h	14:35	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 9h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	14:35	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 14h	09:30	University of South Florida	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 9h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 10h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 13h	09:30	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 3h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	22:25	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 10h	15:05	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 9h	06:00	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 04:26 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 1 day, 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just £92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 2hAverage duration

926 milesDistance

136kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£78 - £342	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£92 - £1,986	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Tampa?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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

3.5/512,140 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

La Cubana Xpress

3.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa start from £78. The average price for this route is around £117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Tampa is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 925 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 20m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Tampa at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Tampa produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Tampa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Tampa?
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 Philadelphia to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

22/01

£171

23/01

£177

Today

£126

25/01

£120

26/01

£97

27/01

No data

28/01

£141

29/01

£107

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £97

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

You can expect to pay from £97 to £210 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £97, which is on 2026-01-26.