Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Tampa

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TodayJul 27
from US$211
TomorrowJul 28
TueJul 29
from US$244
WedJul 30
ThuJul 31
FriAug 1
from US$200
SatAug 2
from US$177
SunAug 3

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Tampa

Bus
Average PriceUS$122 - US$670Average Duration2d 17h
87kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$638 - US$2,640Average Duration3d 16h
315kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 2 days, 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
2d 17hAverage Duration
US$122Cheapest ticket
87kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$250
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 17h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance3472 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Los Angeles to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Tampa

  1. What is the distance between Los Angeles and Tampa?

    The distance between Los Angeles and Tampa is approximately 3464 km (2148 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    Buses departing from UCLA in Los Angeles will take you to Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) in Tampa.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-25
US$257
07-26
US$235
Today
US$207
07-28
No data
07-29
US$237
07-30
No data
07-31
No data
08-01
US$208
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tampa was searched and found on Jul 27, 2025 with a price of US$207

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

You can expect to pay from US$207 to US$452 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$208 which is on 2025-08-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Los Angeles to Tampa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to Tampa, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Los Angeles to Tampa.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Los Angeles to Tampa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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