What is the distance between Florence and Tampa?

Florence and Tampa are 464 miles (747 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Florence to Tampa?

If you're headed to Tampa from Florence, chances are that your bus will depart from Florence Bus Station and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Florence to Tampa from $79 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJul 29

from $131

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ThuJul 31

FriAug 1

from $103

SatAug 2

SunAug 3

from $102

MonAug 4

from $87

TueAug 5

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 1 at 4:15pm
Departure city: Florence
Departure location: Bus station
Arrival time: August 2 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 1 at 5:45am
Departure city: Florence
Departure location: Florence, SC
Arrival time: August 1 at 10:25pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 40m
Departure time: August 1 at 12:55pm
Departure city: Florence
Departure location: Bus station
Arrival time: August 2 at 6:00am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 5m
Departure time: August 1 at 12:55pm
Departure city: Florence
Departure location: Bus station
Arrival time: August 2 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: University of South Florida
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 23h 35m
Departure time: August 1 at 5:45am
Departure city: Florence
Departure location: Florence, SC
Arrival time: August 1 at 10:25pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Florence to Tampa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $222	Average Duration17h 55m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$73 - $207	Average Duration18h 32m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Florence to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

17h 55mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Florence, SC, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$95

Average bus trip duration17h 55m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure5:30am

Distance459 miles (739 km)

Latest bus departure4:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,790 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,141 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Florence to Tampa Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Tampa from Florence, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Florence and Tampa?

Stops in Florence

A - Florence Bus Station

B - TA Travel Center - Florence

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Frequently asked questions for your trip Florence, SC, US - Tampa

What is the distance between Florence and Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Florence to Tampa?

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

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07/28

$82

Today

$125

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08/01

$96

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08/03

$95

The cheapest trip from Florence, SC, US to Tampa was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $82

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

You can expect to pay from $82 to $198 for a bus ticket from Florence, SC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-08-03.

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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 Florence to Tampa but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Florence to Tampa.

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 Florence to Tampa.

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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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Florence, SC, US to Tampa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 55m	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time18h 32m	Avg Price$126	Daily Departures1

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What is the distance between Florence and Tampa?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Florence to Tampa?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Florence, SC, US to Tampa?

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