Bus from Tampa to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tampa to St. Louis on 7 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of South Florida
Gateway StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of South Florida
Gateway StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Gateway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 863, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
1387 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 863 - R 5 861Average duration1d 5h
35kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 739 - R 28 665Average duration2d 6h
126kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to St. Louis by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to St. Louis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to St. Louis start at R 1 863. The average price for this route is around R 2 856. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Tampa to St. Louis?

    The average bus journey time from Tampa to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1387 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tampa to St. Louis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to St. Louis?

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

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis?

    A bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Tampa to St. Louis?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to St. Louis?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tampa to St. Louis?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to St. Louis?

    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
05/01
R 10 404
06/01
R 5 185
Today
R 3 426
08/01
R 2 104
09/01
R 2 374
10/01
No data
11/01
R 2 037
12/01
R 4 327
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to St. Louis was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 037

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 037 to R 40 470 for a bus ticket from Tampa to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 037, which is on 2026-01-11.

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.

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