How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Austin start from $125. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Tampa to Austin?

The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Austin is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 935 miles (1508 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Austin at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Tampa to Austin generates an estimated 38 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 Tampa to Austin?

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 5654 reviews.

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

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

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

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 Tampa to Austin?

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.

Bus Tampa to Austin from $690 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Tampa to Austin on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 9h	2:45pm	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 4h	9:50am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:20am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 11h	5:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit	9:30am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	6:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	8:35pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Austin on December 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 7h	5:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	3d 9h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:20am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 11h	5:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Austin on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 4h	9:50am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	3d 9h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:20am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 11h	5:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	10:25am	Union Station	3d 9h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Austin on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 4h	9:50am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 19h	5:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 4h	10:05am	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Austin on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	11:40am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	CheapestFastest
	10:25am	Union Station	3d 9h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	10:25am	Union Station	3d 9h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

935 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $388	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$411 - $2,564	Average Duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Austin?

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

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,665 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,684 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,444 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 Tampa to Austin, TX, US 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 Tampa to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Austin start from $125. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Tampa to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Austin is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 935 miles (1508 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Austin at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Austin?
A bus trip from Tampa to Austin generates an estimated 38 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 Tampa to Austin?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Austin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tampa to Austin?
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 Tampa to Austin?
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.

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$2,554

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$3,485

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$1,987

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$1,878

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

You can expect to pay from $1,878 to $3,897 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,878 which is on 2025-12-25.