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Today30 Aug
Tomorrow31 Aug
from US$96
Mon1 Sept
from US$136
Tue2 Sept
from US$95
Wed3 Sept
from US$105
Thu4 Sept
from US$87
Fri5 Sept
from US$97
Sat6 Sept
from US$94

Next departures to Tampa

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Henrico
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$80 - US$263Average duration1d 2h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$93 - US$319Average duration20h 27m
106kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 20 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just US$93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
20h 27mAverage duration
US$93Cheapest ticket
106kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$120
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure05:40
Distance714 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Richmond to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Tampa

  1. How far is Tampa from Richmond by coach?

    The journey from Richmond to Tampa by coach covers an approximate distance of 724 miles (1167 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Tampa from Richmond without flying?

    To travel from Richmond to Tampa without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/08
US$151
29/08
US$194
Today
US$94
31/08
US$88
01/09
US$144
02/09
US$102
03/09
US$98
04/09
US$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$80

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

You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$626 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80, which is on 2025-09-04.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Tampa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Tampa.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Tampa will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Tampa to Richmond, VA, US

You can also go to Tampa by train

Train from Richmond, VA, US to Tampa

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