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Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 23 buses that leave Tampa, FL for Miami, FL on Mon, Jun 01, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 330 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 205 miles (330 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $404 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL costing on average $90 (€73).
A bus is $344 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL costing on average $404 (€325).
Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $128 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $68 (€54). The journey takes 6h 18m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Pinkbus, Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Pinkbus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Miami, FL buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h15 | 1:35 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h05 | 2:05 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h30 | 2:30 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Miami, International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Tampa, FL | 5h40 | 5:55 PM Miami, International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 7h00 | 7:50 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 6h20 | 7:50 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 8h00 | 9:45 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h15 | 9:35 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 7h50 | 10:30 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 7h25 | 10:05 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h15 | 10:30 PM Miami, Biscayne Blvd (Bayside Marketplace), FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 6h50 | 10:05 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 5h15 | 8:45 PM Miami, International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:55 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 11h05 | 4:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 10h35 | 4:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 7h30 | 5:40 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 8h25 | 6:35 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 7h05 | 5:40 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 8h00 | 6:35 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Miami, FL run on average 23 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 205 miles (330 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 205 miles (330 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Miami — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Miami trip today.
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
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World-famous strip lined with pastel Art Deco buildings, palm views, and nonstop Miami Beach energy.
Street-art-heavy neighborhood zone packed with murals, galleries, and highly shareable photo spots popular with visitors.
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Miami is pricey for visitors. Hotels, parking, and dining are above average, though casual food and happy-hour deals can help reduce daily costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tips are expected in most service settings.
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