The cheapest and fastest buses from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
20 h 10 m
Average duration
20 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
860 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC 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 Fayetteville, NC will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tampa, FL for Fayetteville, NC on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct buses cover the 860 km distance in an average of 20 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 10 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest buses will take 20 h 10 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.
2:50 AM20h10Tampa, FL11:00 PMFayetteville, NC$1631One-way0 transfers
2:50 AM20h10Tampa, FL11:00 PMFayetteville, NC$1631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $94, and a bus costs an average of $88.
Distance: 534 miles (860 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 21m Average total duration Fastest 12h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC costing on average $160 (€128).
Other travel options to Fayetteville, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 0m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 AM Tampa, FL | 18h45 | 1:35 AM Fayetteville, NC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC
Buses from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $88 (€70) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:27, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 534 miles (860 km) distance in 20h 0m.
Distance 534 miles (860 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€70) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 20h 0m |
First bus 1:27 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NCYou can travel by bus between Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC with Greyhound for as low as $88 (€70). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, FL to Fayetteville, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fayetteville, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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