How far is Norfolk from Tampa?

About 712 miles (1148 km) separate Norfolk and Tampa.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Norfolk to Tampa leave from Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Norfolk to Tampa from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Tampa on September 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:05am	Norfolk	1d 10h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Norfolk	1d 5h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Norfolk	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	6:45am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	1d 16h	10:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Norfolk	1d 5h	12:30pm	University of South Florida	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Tampa on September 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:05am	Norfolk	1d 10h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	1d 1h	3:30pm	Union Station	Fastest
	2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	1d 1h	3:30pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Norfolk	1d 5h	1:00pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	6:45am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	1d 16h	10:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Tampa on September 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:05am	Norfolk	2d 1h	9:30am	University of South Florida	Cheapest
	2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	1d 1h	3:30pm	Union Station	Fastest
	2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	1d 1h	3:30pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:30am	Norfolk	1d 4h	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	8:05am	Norfolk	1d 10h	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Tampa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $263	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$113 - $191	Average Duration23h 33m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Norfolk to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 23 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

23h 33mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest ticket

104kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Norfolk, VA to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$123

Average bus trip duration1d 16h

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure6:45am

Distance713 miles (1149 km)

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,305 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/587,216 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

Amtrak

4/55,431 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Norfolk to Tampa Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Norfolk to Tampa.

Bus service from Norfolk to Tampa will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Tampa?

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

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 Norfolk, VA - Tampa

How far is Norfolk from Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Tampa?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/27

$108

08/28

$193

Today

$327

08/30

No data

08/31

$114

09/01

$116

09/02

$98

09/03

$96

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Tampa was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $752 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually FlixBus, 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Norfolk to Tampa but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Tampa.

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Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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 Norfolk, VA to Tampa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 16h	Avg Price$123	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time23h 33m	Avg Price$190	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Norfolk, VA to Tampa

Next departures

Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Tampa.

Bus Norfolk, VA to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Norfolk to Tampa Bus

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Tampa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norfolk, VA - Tampa

How far is Norfolk from Tampa?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Norfolk, VA to Tampa?

Will you be returning to Norfolk, VA by bus?

You can also go to Tampa by train

Top traveled bus routes

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