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  • Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 19 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: 19 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$183 - US$358Average duration2d 20h
84kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$488 - US$664Average duration3d 19h
306kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2d 20hAverage duration
US$183Cheapest ticket
84kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$212
Average bus trip duration2d 20h
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance2082 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Tampa

  1. How far is Tampa from San Diego by coach?

    The journey from San Diego to Tampa by coach covers an approximate distance of 2084 miles (3361 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Tampa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Tampa, 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 San Diego to Tampa.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to Tampa while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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.

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 San Diego, CA, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

Bus from Tampa to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to Tampa by train

Train from San Diego, CA, US to Tampa

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