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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, FL will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tampa, FL for Winter Haven, FL on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
5:45 PM1h35Tampa, FL7:20 PMWinter Haven, FL$171One-way0 transfers- 6:45 PM1h35Tampa, FL8:20 PMWinter Haven, FL$181One-way0 transfers
- 6:45 PM1h35Tampa, FL8:20 PMWinter Haven, FL$181One-way0 transfers
- 5:45 PM1h35Tampa, FL7:20 PMWinter Haven, FL$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m 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 Winter Haven, FL:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Winter Haven, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 38m.
You'll arrive about -1h -41m sooner (1h 38m by bus vs 57m by car) and save roughly $-5.88 (€-4.81) compared to fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $14 (€11)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45 PM Tampa, FL | 1h35 | 8:20 PM Winter Haven, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 15:40. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 3:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FLYou can travel by bus between Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL with Greyhound for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, FL to Winter Haven, FL 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 Winter Haven, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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