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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Central Ave N | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Central Ave N | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Central Ave N | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Central Ave N | No tags |
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Get from Tampa to St. Petersburg
The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and St. Petersburg?
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
Stops in St. Petersburg
- A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA - B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tampa to St. Petersburg
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 St. Petersburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to St. Petersburg start from £9. The average price for this route is around £10. 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 St. Petersburg?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to St. Petersburg is 35m, covering a distance of 17 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to St. Petersburg route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to St. Petersburg?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to St. Petersburg at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to St. Petersburg?
A bus journey from Tampa to St. Petersburg produces an estimated 1 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 St. Petersburg?
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 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to St. Petersburg?
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 Tampa to St. Petersburg?
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. Petersburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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. Petersburg was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to St. Petersburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £18 for a bus ticket from Tampa to St. Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
