Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Tampa

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TodayAug 24
from US$201
TomorrowAug 25
from US$175
TueAug 26
WedAug 27
from US$223
ThuAug 28
from US$183
FriAug 29
from US$194
SatAug 30
from US$218
SunAug 31

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 25 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 25 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 25 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 25 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 25 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Tampa

Average PriceUS$139 - US$672Average Duration2d 18h
86kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$315 - US$2,906Average Duration3d 16h
315kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
2d 18hAverage Duration
US$139Cheapest ticket
86kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$243
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 18h
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure7:10am
Distance3458 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Los Angeles to Tampa Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Tampa

  1. What is the distance between Los Angeles and Tampa?

    The distance between Los Angeles and Tampa is approximately 3464 km (2148 miles).

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

    Buses departing from UCLA in Los Angeles 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
08-22
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08-23
US$271
Today
US$200
08-25
US$167
08-26
No data
08-27
US$215
08-28
US$178
08-29
US$225
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tampa was searched and found on Aug 25, 2025 with a price of US$167

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

You can expect to pay from US$167 to US$303 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$167 which is on 2025-08-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

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 Los Angeles to Tampa.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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