Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 20 November
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Cherry Hill Mall
Tampa Bus Station
Cheapest
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Tampa Bus Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
University of South Florida
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 21 November
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)
Tampa Bus Station
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Tampa Bus Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Tampa Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Tampa on 23 November
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Tampa Bus Station
Cheapest
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Tampa Bus Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Cherry Hill Mall
Tampa Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Tampa Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Tampa
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 280, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11366 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 903
Based on 87382 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 516
A good way to travel this route is with La Cubana Xpress buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 5 382 and the shortest trip taking about 1160. La Cubana Xpress gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Tampa?
Stops in Philadelphia
A - Philadelphia Airport
B - Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USAIndependence Travel Center
C - #2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D - Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F - NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Tampa starts at R 1 886. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Tampa is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1496 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Tampa?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Tampa?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Tampa leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), Tampa USF, FL, Greyhound Station.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
16/11
R 3 765
17/11
R 2 358
Today
R 2 446
19/11
R 2 226
20/11
R 2 956
21/11
R 3 501
22/11
R 2 622
23/11
R 3 123
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 226
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 226 to R 4 267 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 226, which is on 2025-11-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 226
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
