How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tampa start from $79. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Tampa is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Tampa?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tampa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Birmingham to Tampa from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Tampa on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 55m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 15m	9:30am	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	21h 5m	12:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 30m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 45m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 45mAverage Duration

462 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $224	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$184 - $315	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Tampa?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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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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Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Tampa by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tampa start from $79. The average price for this route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Tampa is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tampa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Tampa generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$118

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$194

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Tampa was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $118

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

You can expect to pay from $118 to $194 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2026-01-28.