How far is Charlotte from Tampa?

The distance separating Charlotte and Tampa is 512 miles (825 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Tampa?

Most of the buses traveling from Charlotte to Tampa leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company and arrive at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Charlotte to Tampa from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Tampa on August 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:55am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	21h 5m	6:00am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:15pm	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 15m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 20m	10:25pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 10m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	10:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 40m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Tampa on September 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:55am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	21h 55m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 45m	10:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 45m	10:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 10m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	10:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 40m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Tampa on September 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 45m	10:50pm	Tampa Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:15pm	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 15m	11:30am	Tampa Bus Station	Fastest
	11:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 30m	6:50am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 10m	10:00am	Tampa Bus Station	No tags
	10:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 40m	6:10pm	Tampa Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Tampa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$77 - $229	Average Duration19h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$92 - $163	Average Duration22h 7m	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charlotte to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 30mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$105

Average bus trip duration19h 30m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure4:40am

Distance503 miles (811 km)

Latest bus departure10:30pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,298 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,214 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Charlotte to Tampa Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Charlotte to Tampa. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Tampa?

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte, NC - Tampa

How far is Charlotte from Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Tampa?

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

Best price found

08/27

$91

08/28

$106

Today

$94

08/30

$135

08/31

$103

09/01

$113

09/02

$79

09/03

$71

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Tampa was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $159 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charlotte and Tampa!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charlotte to Tampa, 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 Charlotte to Tampa.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Tampa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time19h 30m	Avg Price$105	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time22h 7m	Avg Price$105	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Tampa

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Bus Charlotte, NC to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Tampa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte, NC - Tampa

How far is Charlotte from Tampa?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Tampa?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Tampa?

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