Bus Tickets from Tampa to Lake City

TodayAug 3
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TueAug 5
from US$48
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FriAug 8
from US$42
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SunAug 10

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 5 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 5 at
    Destination city: Lake City
    Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 4:56 PM EDT.

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Bus Tampa to Lake City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$58
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure6:20am
Distance249 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Lake City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Lake City

  1. What is the travel distance from Tampa to Lake City?

    It's about 250 km (155 miles) from Tampa to Lake City.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Tampa, and end it at Lake City Bus Stop, in Lake City.

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

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US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Lake City was searched and found on Aug 8, 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$35 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-08-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tampa and Lake City!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Lake City, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Tampa to Lake City.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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