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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Gray & Smith | University of South Florida | Cheapest | |||||
 | Houston Bus Station | Tampa Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Tampa Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Houston Bus Station | Tampa Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Tampa
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 638, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Tampa?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Tampa by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Tampa start at R 1 638. The average price for this route is around R 2 831. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Tampa is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1266 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Tampa route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Tampa at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Tampa?
A bus trip from Houston to Tampa produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Tampa?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Houston 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 Houston to Tampa?
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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Tampa was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 829To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Tampa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 829 to R 22 868 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 829, which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
