How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to St. Louis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to St. Louis start from $124. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 St. Louis?

The average bus trip duration from Tampa to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 860 miles (1387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tampa to St. Louis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to St. Louis?

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

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis?

A bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis generates an estimated 35 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 St. Louis?

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 St. Louis?

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 St. Louis?

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 St. Louis?

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 St. Louis from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tampa to St. Louis on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10am	Tampa Bus Station	1d 5h	3:45pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	University of South Florida	23h	3:55pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:30am	Tampa Bus Station	1d	9:10am	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	23h 30m	3:55pm	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Tampa Bus Station	1d 11h	9:10am	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

860 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $407	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $3,204	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and St. Louis?

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 St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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FlixBus

3.5/511,792 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

3.5/587,459 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

4/55,687 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampa to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to St. Louis start from $124. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to St. Louis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 860 miles (1387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to St. Louis at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Tampa to St. Louis generates an estimated 35 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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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

12/27

$211

12/28

$232

Today

$213

12/30

$142

12/31

$133

The cheapest trip from Tampa to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $133

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

You can expect to pay from $133 to $3,096 for a bus ticket from Tampa to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-12-31.

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.