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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | University of South Florida | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tampa Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags |
Get from Tampa to Wilmington
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Wilmington?
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 Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tampa to Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Wilmington start from $113. The average price for this route is around $136. 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 Wilmington?
The average bus trip duration from Tampa to Wilmington is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 512 miles (825 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tampa to Wilmington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tampa to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Wilmington at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Tampa to Wilmington generates an estimated 21 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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tampa to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Wilmington, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $106 to $106 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2026-02-04.
