Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL bus
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Bus times from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL
Fastest Journey
12 h 40 m
Average
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
671 km
Of the 2 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Tampa, FL every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL
 | Distance | 415 miles (670 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 12 h 40 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $45 (€40) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | No |
 | Bus providers | Redcoach, Greyhound or Flixbus USA |
Buses from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL cover the 415 miles (670 km) long route taking on average 12 h 40 min with our travel partners like Redcoach, Greyhound or Flixbus USA. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $45 (€40), but the average price of bus tickets is $45 (€40).
Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound and RedCoach from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL
For as little as $45 (€40) you can travel by bus from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL with FlixBus, Greyhound and RedCoach. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Bus information from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL with FlixBus:
- Average Duration: 18 h 46 min
- Average Price: $45
- FlixBus frequency: 1 a day
One of the best ways to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is by taking a bus with Greyhound. Omio helps you find the ideal Greyhound bus between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL by showing you Greyhound current bus schedules and timetables, the bus tickets on offer (including amenities offered onboard and travel information like baggage allowance) and the best prices for this Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL trip. You can expect to travel 415 miles (670 km) to Tampa, FL from Atlanta, GA on a bus with Greyhound. If you are using the Omio app to search for buses to Tampa, FL from Atlanta, GA, you can check straight away if the Greyhound ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when traveling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the bus station. Once you’ve found that perfect bus, book your Greyhound bus ticket on Omio quickly and easily, then enjoy your upcoming trip to Tampa, FL from Atlanta, GA!
RedCoach is one of the most popular bus providers in the USA's South. Choose from the main ticket types your next bus to Tampa, FL from Atlanta, GA: Web, Standard and Flexible.
RedCoach tickets between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect trip with RedCoach between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest bus, you can find all the current RedCoach bus schedules and bus tickets available on Omio for the 415 miles (670 km) journey. You can also see relevant travel information for the RedCoach bus, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this bus, compare the fastest Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best RedCoach Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL bus ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the RedCoach bus ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Tampa, FL with RedCoach!
Buses from Atlanta to Tampa
The journey from Atlanta to Tampa passes through many popular cities in Florida depending on the route bus companies take. Travelers will pass through Fort Lauderdale with its pristine beaches and beautiful boating canals and West Palm Beach with its rich shopping, dining, and creative vibe. Other cities that buses traveling on this route pass through include Fort Myers, Fort Pierce, Orlando, and Gainesville. There is only one bus from Atlanta to Tampa in the morning from 8:30 a.m. and one that leaves at 11:45 p.m. each day of the week, shuttling between the two cities. Buses from Atlanta to Tampa cover a journey of around 455 miles (approximately 733 kilometers), taking around nine hours to complete its course - perfect for travelers who wish to lie back and enjoy the sights along the way.
Which bus companies travel from Atlanta to Tampa?
Companies that operate bus services from Atlanta to Tampa include RedCoach, which promises to deliver the ultimate ride between the two cities. On the over nine hour-long journeys, travelers will normally have a single change at Ocala from where the bus will drive to Tampa, Florida. The bus company offers a safe, comfortable, and convenient ride from Atlanta to Tampa, making the bus service ideal for business and tourist travelers alike. Thanks to the buses relaxing drive and amenities coupled with the spacious seats, passengers can enjoy a comfortable and convenient travel experience.
How long is the bus ride from Atlanta to Tampa?
The bus from Atlanta to Tampa is a ride that covers hundreds of miles with the journey taking approximately nine hours on most days. On the 455-mile (732 kilometers) journey, the RedCoach bus from Atlanta to Tampa takes an overall approximate time of nine hours and 10 minutes. Because of the length of the journey and the cities that the bus from Atlanta to Tampa passes by, this journey time can be on the higher side if there is a lot of traffic along the way or unfavorable weather conditions. Typically, the bus from Atlanta to Tampa passes through Gainesville where the University of Florida is located before moving on to Ocala and forward to Tampa's University of South Florida before terminating the journey in downtown Tampa. All these stops host some popular institutions and attractions across Florida making this bus ideal for business travelers and students.
How many buses are there from Atlanta to Tampa?
Three buses shuttle from Atlanta to Tampa every day of the week. Two of these buses depart approximately 15 hours apart with the earliest leaving Atlanta at 8:30 a.m. The second service leaves at 11:45 p.m. The early bus is faster and takes approximately eight hours and 40 minutes, arriving in Tampa at 5:10 p.m. The second bus takes a little over ten hours, traveling through the night to arrive in Tampa at 10:00 a.m. The buses last stop is Tampa USF. The third bus goes past Tampa USF to downtown with the single-day bus departing from Atlanta at 8:30 a.m. and arriving in downtown Tampa at 5:40 p.m. every day of the week. The predictability of the bus schedule makes it ideal for travelers as the buses leave Atlanta and arrive to Tampa at approximately the same time each day of the week. The schedule is the same all week long including on weekends, putting the total number of weekly bus trips between the two cities at 21.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Atlanta to Tampa?
Departure bus station: buses leaving Atlanta for Tampa depart from Atlanta Civic Center MARTA Station, GA. This departure station is on the edge of Atlanta's downtown. The station is only an 18-minute train ride away from the airport and as a major bus hub in the region, there are numerous hotels, restaurants, and attractions only a walking distance away. Amenities in the station include a ZipCar and Ride stores at two stations - Airport and Five Points.
Arrival station: on the other end of the journey, buses arrive at Tampa's USF station or Tampa downtown, depending on the schedule chosen. The bus to downtown Tampa takes just over nine hours. Although the stations have fewer facilities, the buses compensate for this by providing comfortable, stylish, and luxurious reclining seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, and 110V outlets to charge devices on the go. At each destination, the bus service also offers shuttles to the most popular destinations and attractions including hotels.
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