Bus from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Philadelphia on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
30th Street StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
925 milesDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£70 - £322Average duration1d 11h
37kg CO₂e
Average price£95 - £2,107Average duration1d 3h
136kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Philadelphia start from £70. The average price for this route is around £124. 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 journey from Tampa to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Tampa to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 925 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tampa to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.

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

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

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

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

  6. Which is the best bus company from Tampa to Philadelphia?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

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

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

    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 Philadelphia?

    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
25/11
£236
26/11
£154
Today
£120
28/11
£217
29/11
£216
30/11
£138
01/12
£143
02/12
£114
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £114

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

You can expect to pay from £114 to £1,708 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £114, which is on 2025-12-02.

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 Philadelphia, PA?

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