What is the travel distance from Tampa to Lake City?

The distance separating Tampa and Lake City is 155 miles (250 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Tampa to Lake City start their journey at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) and wind up at Lake City Bus Stop. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 26 at 6:50am
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: June 26 at 5:05pm
Destination city: Lake City
Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 15m
Departure time: June 26 at 10:35pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
Arrival time: June 27 at 9:00am
Destination city: Lake City
Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 25m
Departure time: June 26 at 9:50pm
Departure city: Tampa
Departure location: University of South Florida
Arrival time: June 27 at 9:00am
Destination city: Lake City
Destination location: Lake City Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 10m

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Bus Tampa to Lake City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63

Average bus trip duration10h 25m

Number of daily buses3.2222222222222223

Earliest bus departure6:20am

Distance155 miles (249 km)

Latest bus departure10:35pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,199 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

3.5/587,053 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.

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Tampa to Lake City Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Lake City?

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

Stops in Lake City

A - Lake City Bus Stop

B - Lake City Greyhound Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Tampa - Lake City

What is the travel distance from Tampa to Lake City?
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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 $49 to $49 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 $49 which is on 2025-06-26.

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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 travelers 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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Frequently asked questions for your trip Tampa - Lake City

What is the travel distance from Tampa to Lake City?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Why choose Busbud?

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