Bus Tampa to Houston: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Tampa to Houston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Tampa to Houston from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$91

tomorrow

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

$96

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	28h 55m	9:35 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	1:30 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/8/2026 9:35:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
FlixBus	28h 25m	10:05 PM	Tampa	USF	1:30 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from USF, Tampa (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:05:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
FlixBus	41h 10m	10:05 PM	Tampa	USF	2:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from USF, Tampa (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:05:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 10m
FlixBus	33h 35m	10:35 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$108	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:35:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 35m
FlixBus	40h 40m	10:35 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	2:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$108	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:35:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:10 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	7:10 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/13/2026 6:10:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	25h 10m	11:10 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	11:20 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/13/2026 11:10:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m
Greyhound US	25h 50m	11:10 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	12:00 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/13/2026 11:10:00 AM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
FlixBus	31h 30m	10:35 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	5:05 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Marion Street, Tampa (USA) at 9/13/2026 10:35:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/15/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 30m
FlixBus	31h 40m	10:25 PM	Tampa	USF	5:05 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from USF, Tampa (USA) at 9/13/2026 10:25:00 PM to Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) arriving at 9/15/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Tampa and Houston

See here how frequent the connections between Tampa and Houston are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Tampa to Houston. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Tampa and Houston.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 13 buses from Tampa to Houston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Tampa and Houston, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/8/2026 costs just $87, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Tampa to Houston

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 12 times every day by bus from Tampa to Houston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tampa to Houston starting from $87!

Cheapest Bus	$87
Fastest Bus	22h 55m
Earliest Bus	9:35 PM
Latest Bus	10:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	12 Ø
Distance	791.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Tampa to Houston

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Tampa for Houston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$87

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

$96

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$105

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$100

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Tampa to Houston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Tampa to Houston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $87, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Tampa to Houston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $96.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Tampa to Houston, with $91. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $105.

How to save money travelling from Tampa to Houston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Tampa to Houston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Tampa to Houston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Tampa to Houston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Tampa and Houston

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Tampa and Houston.

Marion Street

N Marion St 1211

USF

USF Holly Drive 3755

Greyhound Bus Station

East Polk Street 602

Western Union

Tampa Gateway Blvd, I 4 Exit 10 11706

Port of Tampa Cruise Terminals

Channelside Dr. 1101

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

Service and Comfort on the bus from Tampa to Houston

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Tampa to Houston? Or which bus companies serve the route Tampa to Houston? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Tampa to Houston bus

How much does a Tampa Houston bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $87 and takes 27h 55m to reach Houston. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Tampa to Houston?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $87 and $118. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Houston.

On average, how many connections are available from Tampa to Houston each day?

Every day, the Tampa to Houston bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Tampa to Houston take?

The fastest bus from Tampa to Houston is offered by Greyhound US and takes 22h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $101. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tampa to Houston?

The earliest bus arriving in Houston from Tampa starts at 9:35 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Tampa to Houston?

The latest bus trip departing from Tampa for Houston starts at 10:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Tampa Houston route?

When traveling by bus from Tampa to Houston, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Houston?

You can check all the direct connections between Tampa and Houston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Tampa to Houston bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Tampa Houston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Tampa Houston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Tampa to Houston on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Tampa to Houston

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Tampa and to Houston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Tampa and to Houston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!