How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Houston?

The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Houston start from £77. The average price for this route is around £123. 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 Tampa to Houston?

The average bus journey time from Tampa to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 785 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Houston at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

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

A bus journey from Tampa to Houston produces an estimated 32 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 Tampa to Houston?

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 5696 reviews.

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

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

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

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 Houston?

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.

Bus Tampa to Houston from £80 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	05:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 17h	14:35	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:55	University of South Florida	1d 8h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d	05:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	19:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d	05:15	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 17h	15:30	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	17:55	University of South Florida	1d 20h	13:45	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Houston on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	04:40	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	07:10	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	01:25	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	11:20	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:22 EST.

Get from Tampa to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

785 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Houston?

Stops in Tampa

A
Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2101 E 13th Ave (McDonald's), Tampa, FL 33605
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B
Tampa USF, FL
3801 USF Holly Drive, Tampa., FL 33620, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
610 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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D
E Sligh Ave
11555 E Sligh Ave, Seffner, FL 33584, USA
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E
N Marion St & E Laurel St
551 E Laurel St, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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F
Port of Tampa
200-298 FL-60, Tampa, FL 33602, USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,991 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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 Tampa to Houston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Houston start from £77. The average price for this route is around £123. 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 Tampa to Houston?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Houston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 785 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Houston at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Houston?
A bus journey from Tampa to Houston produces an estimated 32 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 Tampa to Houston?
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 5696 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to Houston?
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 Houston?
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

08/01

£142

09/01

£150

Today

£147

11/01

£147

12/01

£108

13/01

£102

14/01

£98

15/01

£96

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Houston, US was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £96

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

You can expect to pay from £96 to £168 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £96, which is on 2026-01-15.