How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Meridian?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Meridian start from $114. The average price for this route is around $154. 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 Meridian?

The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Meridian is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 478 miles (770 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to Meridian route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Tampa to Meridian generates an estimated 19 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 Meridian?

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.

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

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 Meridian?

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 Meridian?

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 Meridian from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 25m	5:35am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 5h	3:20pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 5h	3:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:20am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 5m	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 5h	3:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 25m	5:35am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 6h	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 5h	3:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 15m	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 6h	4:13pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 15m	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 3h	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 6h	4:13pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:10am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 15m	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Tampa to Meridian on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	18h 15m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:55pm	University of South Florida	17h 45m	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Union Station	2d 6h	4:13pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:20am	Tampa Bus Station	20h 5m	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	19h 25m	5:35am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/28/2025 EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Meridian

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Meridian. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

20h 5mAverage Duration

478 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $245	Average Duration20h 5m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$239 - $1,114	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Meridian?

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 Meridian

A
Union Station
1901 Front St, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,477 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.

Amtrak

4/55,701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,886 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 Meridian 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 Meridian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Meridian start from $114. The average price for this route is around $154. 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 Meridian?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Meridian is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 478 miles (770 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Meridian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Meridian?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Meridian at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Meridian?
A bus trip from Tampa to Meridian generates an estimated 19 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 Meridian?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Meridian?
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 Meridian?
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 Meridian?
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

01/02

$209

01/03

$152

Today

$186

01/05

$197

01/06

$120

01/07

$115

01/08

$153

01/09

$162

The cheapest trip from Tampa to Meridian was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $115

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

You can expect to pay from $115 to $1,419 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Meridian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $115 which is on 2026-01-07.

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.