Bus from Tampa to Columbus, OH: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tampa to Columbus on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
100 E Rich StCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Tampa Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of South Florida
100 E Rich StNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:25 AM EST.

Get from Tampa to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1336 kmDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa to Columbus, OH by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Tampa to Columbus?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tampa to Columbus start from $194. The average price for this route is around $250. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Tampa to Columbus?

    The average bus travel time from Tampa to Columbus is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1336 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tampa to Columbus route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tampa to Columbus?

    The earliest bus departs from Tampa to Columbus at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tampa to Columbus?

    A bus trip from Tampa to Columbus generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Tampa to Columbus?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tampa to Columbus?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tampa to Columbus?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tampa to Columbus?

    According to Busbud traveller 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
12-13
$246
12-14
$256
Today
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12-16
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12-17
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12-18
$280
12-19
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12-20
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $246

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

You can expect to pay from $246 to $307 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $280 which is on 2025-12-18.

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