Bus Washington, DC to Tampa: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Tampa

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

today

$115

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

$100

Saturday

$97

Sunday

$98

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	25h 0m	9:25 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:25:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 0m
Greyhound US	37h 0m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$115	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/7/2026 11:45:00 PM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 0m
Greyhound US	30h 15m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$116	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/7/2026 11:45:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 15m
FlixBus	28h 10m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$130	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:05:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
FlixBus	27h 40m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$132	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/7/2026 9:05:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	30h 15m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/11/2026 11:45:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 15m
Greyhound US	29h 25m	3:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:15 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/11/2026 3:50:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 25m
FlixBus	28h 10m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$101	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/11/2026 9:05:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Greyhound US	26h 10m	3:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/11/2026 3:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 10m
FlixBus	27h 40m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$102	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/11/2026 9:05:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 10m	3:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$97	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/12/2026 3:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 10m
Greyhound US	30h 15m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/12/2026 11:45:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 15m
Greyhound US	33h 30m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:15 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/12/2026 11:45:00 PM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	28h 10m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/12/2026 9:05:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
FlixBus	27h 40m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/12/2026 9:05:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	28h 10m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$98	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/13/2026 9:05:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
FlixBus	27h 40m	9:05 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/13/2026 9:05:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m
Greyhound US	26h 10m	3:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/13/2026 3:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 10m
Greyhound US	30h 15m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/13/2026 11:45:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/15/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 15m
Greyhound US	29h 25m	3:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:15 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/13/2026 3:50:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 25m

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Tampa

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Washington, DC to Tampa. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Tampa.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 buses from Washington, DC to Tampa, while Night sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Tampa, with 11 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/21/2026 costs just $91, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Tampa

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 11 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Tampa in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Tampa starting from $91!

Cheapest Bus	$91
Fastest Bus	20h 20m
Earliest Bus	9:05 AM
Latest Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	818.7 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Tampa

Every day, 11 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Tampa: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$115

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

$97

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$100

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

$98

Monday 09/14

$95

Tuesday 09/15

$101

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

$95

Friday 09/18

$96

Saturday 09/19

$100

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$91

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$99

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Tampa

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

With a price starting from $91, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Tampa. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $98.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Tampa, with $91. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $98.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to Tampa

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 Washington, DC to Tampa 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 Washington, DC to Tampa, 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 Washington, DC to Tampa are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Tampa

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

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Dupont Circle Station

20th St. NW 1525

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Tampa

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

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Tampa bus

How much does a Washington, DC Tampa bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $91 and takes 26h 10m to reach Tampa. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Tampa?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $91 and $203. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Tampa.

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

Every day, the Washington, DC to Tampa bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Tampa take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Tampa is offered by FlixBus and takes 20h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $138. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Tampa?

The earliest bus arriving in Tampa from Washington, DC starts at 9:05 AM. 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 Washington, DC to Tampa?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Tampa starts at 11:45 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 Washington, DC Tampa route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to Tampa, 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 Washington, DC and Tampa?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC and Tampa 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 Washington, DC to Tampa 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 Washington, DC Tampa 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 Washington, DC Tampa 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 Washington, DC to Tampa on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Tampa

Economy

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

More bus routes to Washington, DC and to Tampa

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