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Mon30 Jun
Tue1 Jul
from US$139
Wed2 Jul
from US$138
Thu3 Jul
from US$131
Fri4 Jul
from US$128
Sat5 Jul
from US$162
Sun6 Jul
Mon7 Jul

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: University of South Florida
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Washington, DC
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: 5024 E 10th Ave. (Family Dollar)
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: 5024 E 10th Ave. (Family Dollar)
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: #3355 Benning Rd NE
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 July at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$94 - US$276Average duration1d 1h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$96 - US$333Average duration22h 21m
120kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tampa to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 22 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 21mAverage duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
120kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$151
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure06:20
Distance817 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Tampa to Washington Bus

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

  1. How far is Washington from Tampa by coach?

    The journey from Tampa to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 818 miles (1318 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Washington from Tampa without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to 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
26/06
US$142
27/06
US$150
Today
US$150
29/06
US$150
30/06
US$150
01/07
US$150
02/07
US$150
03/07
US$144
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Washington was searched and found on 26 Jun 2025 with a price of US$142

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

You can expect to pay from US$142 to US$841 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$144, which is on 2025-07-03.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Tampa to Washington.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 Tampa to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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.

Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

Bus from Tampa to Washington

You can also go to Washington by train

Train from Tampa to Washington

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