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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | University of South Florida | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Tampa Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Tampa Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Tampa Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Tampa Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Tampa
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 2 051, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Tampa?
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Philadelphia Airport
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa start at R 1 721. The average price for this route is around R 2 601. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Tampa is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1492 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 20m and is operated by La Cubana Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, La Cubana Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Tampa at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Tampa produces an estimated 37 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 Philadelphia to Tampa?
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 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Philadelphia, PA to Tampa was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 162To 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 2 162 to R 4 727 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 2 162, which is on 2026-01-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Tampa?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
