Find coaches from Tampa to Charlotte, NC

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Charlotte on 2 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of South Florida
Charlotte Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$69 - US$190Average duration17h 30m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$92 - US$163Average duration20h 21m
75kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
17h 30mAverage duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$101
Average bus trip duration17h 30m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure06:10
Distance503 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Tampa to Charlotte Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Charlotte, NC

  1. What's the distance between Tampa and Charlotte by coach?

    The journey from Tampa to Charlotte by coach covers an approximate distance of 512 miles (825 km).

  2. How can I travel from Tampa to Charlotte avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/08
US$81
31/08
US$169
Today
US$150
02/09
US$160
03/09
US$94
04/09
US$77
05/09
US$76
06/09
US$69
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$2,582 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69, which is on 2025-09-06.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tampa to Charlotte but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Tampa to Charlotte will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

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!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Charlotte, NC?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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