How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Chicago start from €85. The average price for this route is around €128. 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 Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Tampa to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1601 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Chicago route?

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

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

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

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

A bus journey from Tampa to Chicago produces an estimated 40 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 Chicago?

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 5733 reviews.

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

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 Chicago?

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 Chicago?

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 Chicago from €85 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:50	Tampa Bus Station	1d 12h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Chicago on 5 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:55	University of South Florida	1d 3h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	09:25	Union Station	2d	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	06:10	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1601 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€85 - €312	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€116 - €1,077	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Chicago?

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 Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tampa to Chicago

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 Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tampa to Chicago start from €85. The average price for this route is around €128. 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 Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Tampa to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1601 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Chicago at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Chicago?
A bus journey from Tampa to Chicago produces an estimated 40 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 Chicago?
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 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Chicago?
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 Chicago?
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 Chicago?
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

26/01

€949

27/01

€189

Today

€225

29/01

€215

30/01

€189

31/01

€194

01/02

€119

02/02

€117

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Chicago was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €117

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

You can expect to pay from €117 to €1,482 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €117, which is on 2026-02-02.

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.