How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte cost?

The bus ticket price from Tampa to Charlotte starts at R 1 501. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Charlotte 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 Tampa to Charlotte?

The average travel time between Tampa and Charlotte is around 17h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 825 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Charlotte?

The number of buses from Tampa to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Charlotte?

When taking the bus from Tampa to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Charlotte?

Buses travelling between Tampa and Charlotte leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Tampa to Charlotte from R 1 647 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	10:25	Union Station	1d 16h	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	1d 1h	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 10m	16:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 23 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:00	Tampa Bus Station	16h 50m	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 10m	16:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 25 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	10:25	Union Station	1d 16h	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	Tampa Bus Station	15h 40m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 10m	16:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
09:30	Tampa Bus Station	15h	00:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
10:25	Union Station	1d 16h	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
06:20	Tampa Bus Station	17h 30m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
11:10	Tampa Bus Station	17h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:11 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 501, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

17h 30mAverage duration

824 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 501 - R 4 055	Average duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 608 - R 4 799	Average duration20h 21m	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 369 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Charlotte?

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Charlotte, NC by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte cost?
The bus ticket price from Tampa to Charlotte starts at R 1 501. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Charlotte 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 Tampa to Charlotte?
The average travel time between Tampa and Charlotte is around 17h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 825 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Charlotte?
The number of buses from Tampa to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Charlotte?
When taking the bus from Tampa to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Charlotte?
Buses travelling between Tampa and Charlotte leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

17/11

R 2 493

18/11

R 2 493

Today

R 2 555

20/11

R 2 467

21/11

R 2 079

22/11

R 2 211

23/11

R 2 185

24/11

R 2 088

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 079

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 079 to R 54 671 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 079, which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually Greyhound 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.