Bus Tickets from Tampa to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for Tampa to Chicago on August 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
University of South Florida
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
FlixBus
Tampa Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tampa Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$81 - US$374Average Duration1d 6h
40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$135 - US$1,259Average Duration1d 16h
147kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$81Cheapest ticket
40kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$139
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure6:10am
Distance1601 km
Latest bus departure10:35pm

Tampa to Chicago Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Tampa to Chicago.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Tampa to Chicago from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Tampa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Chicago

  1. What is the distance between Tampa and Chicago?

    The distance between Tampa and Chicago is around 1618 km (1003 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tampa to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Tampa, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-27
US$141
08-28
US$359
Today
US$207
08-30
US$204
08-31
US$120
09-01
US$140
09-02
US$90
09-03
US$78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tampa to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$78 to US$2,777 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$78 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Tampa to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tampa to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tampa to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Tampa to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Tampa by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Tampa

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Train from Tampa to Chicago

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