How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa start from $30. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The average bus trip duration from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by RedCoach .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RedCoach , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Tampa from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	9h 35m	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	Bus	11:35pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	6h 25m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	6h 55m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	10h 45m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	3h 50m	11:15pm	St Petersburg (Tampa Area), FL	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:35am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 40m	5:15pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	3h 50m	11:15pm	St Petersburg (Tampa Area), FL	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 45m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:50pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	4h 20m	9:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 45m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:50pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	4h 20m	9:10pm	3801 USF Holly Drive	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 45m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	3h 50m	11:15pm	St Petersburg (Tampa Area), FL	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 45m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	3h 50m	11:15pm	St Petersburg (Tampa Area), FL	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:50am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	6h 20m	2:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	Fort Lauderdale Airport, FL	3h 50m	11:15pm	St Petersburg (Tampa Area), FL	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	5h 45m	3:30pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	6h 20m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:35am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	7h 20m	3:55pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 48mAverage Duration

189 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $121	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $146	Average Duration4h 48m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Tampa?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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B
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
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C
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the smooth and accurate service provided by skilled drivers. The buses are noted for their comfort and ample luggage space. Additionally, stops were conveniently located with clean facilities, making for a relaxing journey at an appealing price point.

FlixBus Fort Lauderdale Tampa recent customer reviews

The price was right and just right and relaxing. The bathroom was clean. Courteous drive stops and rest area was just fitting.

Veronica F.

February 5, 2025

The driver was great. The bus was comfortable. The stops were conveniently located. Great trip.

Rawle A.

November 12, 2024

Love the driver he did the tiro very smoothly also there are a lot of space for luggage and the time are very accurate.

Henry T.

June 14, 2024

RedCoach

4/54,073 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.9

Customers have expressed their satisfaction with the service, mentioning that it saved them when the airport was closed. They also had an excellent experience for the first time.

RedCoach Fort Lauderdale Tampa recent customer reviews

This is my first time riding on Red coach and am please with every thing will book again

Maxine A.

April 30, 2021

It was a very pleasant ride. Left on time, no traffic. I don’t know why we arrived late, but it was no big deal.

Peggy C.

December 4, 2020

The bathroom needs clear instructions on how to flush and where to find Toilet paper, none was available

Ilona S.

August 16, 2019

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and missed connections. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Fort Lauderdale Tampa recent customer reviews

Greyhound was an amazing experience. The driver was early by about 5 to 10 minutes on every stop. And he made sure that we had a break to where people were able to go get food in the middle of our trip, which was very convenient for everybody because the whole bus went and grab something to eat. I asked him to turn the AC down at one point because it was really cold for more than half of the passengers on the bus. He was gracious enough to turn the AC off so everybody can warm up.. All in all it was a very wonderful experience.

Vyennetta B.

November 5, 2025

Bus late, no information about at the station, arrived to my destination 5h late

Diana B.

January 24, 2020

Puntuali, chiari, senza intoppi... Unica cosa da specificare meglio le tappe di sosta

Luca F.

December 7, 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa start from $30. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
The average bus trip duration from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by RedCoach.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RedCoach, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RedCoach, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RedCoach has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RedCoach, 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

11/27

$52

11/28

$96

Today

$47

11/30

$61

12/01

$46

12/02

$40

12/03

$34

12/04

$33

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $125 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually RedCoach 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.