How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Baton Rouge?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Baton Rouge start from $113. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Baton Rouge?

The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Baton Rouge is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 550 miles (886 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Baton Rouge route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Tampa to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 22 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 Baton Rouge?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Baton Rouge?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tampa to Baton Rouge from $107 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tampa to Baton Rouge on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	University of South Florida	1d 3h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Baton Rouge on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 5m	12:15am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 15m	5:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Baton Rouge on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 2h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 5m	12:15am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 15m	5:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Baton Rouge on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 35m	1:45am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 15m	5:25am	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 3h	12:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:17 AM EST.

Get from Tampa to Baton Rouge

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

550 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Baton Rouge?

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 Baton Rouge

A
Greyhound Station
1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Visit page
B
LSU Chevron Station
2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
Visit page
C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States
D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA

Compare bus companies

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampa to Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Baton Rouge start from $113. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Baton Rouge?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Baton Rouge is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 550 miles (886 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Baton Rouge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Baton Rouge?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Baton Rouge at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Baton Rouge?
A bus trip from Tampa to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 22 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 Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Baton Rouge?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tampa to Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/27

$107

01/28

$167

Today

$132

01/30

$121

01/31

No data

02/01

$140

02/02

$116

02/03

$167

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $107

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

You can expect to pay from $107 to $167 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2026-02-02.