- Must visit
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum Of American Art
Winter Park museum famed for the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including chapel interiors and glass.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport 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 Orlando International Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 21 buses that leave Tampa, FL for Orlando International Airport on Fri, Jun 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Orlando International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 2h 21m versus 1h 27m 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, 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 02:35AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:51PM | Duration 3h26 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:38PM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 3h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:20 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h00 | 8:20 AM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h55 | 9:45 AM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 6:50 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 5h45 | 12:35 PM Buena Ventura Lakes, Kissimmee | 1 transfer | |
6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor | 9:25 AM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 3h26 | 12:51 PM Winter Park Station, Winter Park, FL | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 3h45 | 6:15 PM Buena Ventura Lakes, Kissimmee | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 1h40 | 4:10 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h15 | 4:45 PM Orlando, The Florida Mall, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h25 | 6:25 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 1h50 | 6:25 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h35 | 7:30 PM Orlando, The Florida Mall, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 2h05 | 7:00 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 1h35 | 7:00 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 2h05 | 7:30 PM Orlando, The Florida Mall, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Orlando International Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Orlando International Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Orlando International Airport trip today.
Winter Park museum famed for the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including chapel interiors and glass.
Established art museum in Loch Haven Park with American art, African art, and rotating exhibitions. A strong cultural stop near central Orlando.
History museum in a restored courthouse covering Central Florida from indigenous history to tourism and space-age growth. Excellent for local context.
Signature downtown park with the lake, fountain, swan boats, skyline views, and a popular walking loop. One of Orlando’s most recognized public spaces.
Elegant main street lined with boutiques, cafes, galleries, and shady sidewalks. One of the best walkable areas in greater Orlando.
Large pedestrian entertainment district with themed design, shops, and waterfront promenades. Very popular for evening walks and social media content.
Florida’s signature dessert made with tart key lime filling in a crumb crust, prized for its bright citrus flavor and coastal heritage.
A Florida specialty of fried alligator tail pieces, usually served with a dipping sauce. It is a classic novelty dish tied to the state’s swamp culture.
A Central Florida favorite influenced by Cuban communities, layered with roast pork, ham, cheese, pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread.
Popular for Cuban sandwiches, breakfast items, and casual Latin comfort food with flavors that reflect Orlando’s broader regional food culture.
Airport location of the respected Disney Springs wine bar, known for strong wine selection and elevated small plates in a modern lounge atmosphere.
Well-known airport outpost of the Orlando original, serving Southern comfort food, fried chicken, and regional beer in a polished casual setting.
Airport prices run above city averages, but fast food and coffee remain manageable by U.S. airport standards.
Tip 15-20% at sit-down restaurants and bars. Not expected at fast food. Round up for taxis; USD 1-2 per bag for porters.
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