Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Tampa

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TodayAug 31
from US$150
TomorrowSep 1
from US$149
TueSep 2
WedSep 3
ThuSep 4
from US$126
FriSep 5
from US$108
SatSep 6
SunSep 7

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Columbus Plaza - Family Dollar
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Tampa

Bus
Average PriceUS$81 - US$418Average Duration1d 5h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$100 - US$333Average Duration22h 39m
120kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 22 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 39mAverage Duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
120kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$114
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure3:15am
Distance1304 km
Latest bus departure10:45pm

Washington to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Tampa

  1. What is the travel distance from Washington to Tampa?

    Washington and Tampa are 1318 km (818 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington 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
08-29
US$150
08-30
US$95
Today
US$142
09-01
US$142
09-02
US$96
09-03
US$89
09-04
US$119
09-05
US$101
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tampa was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$89

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

You can expect to pay from US$89 to US$193 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$89 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Wanda Coach 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Tampa will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Tampa?

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