What is the travel distance from Chicago to Tampa?

Chicago and Tampa are 1003 miles (1618 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Chicago to Tampa start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Chicago to Tampa from $80 | Refundable Tickets

SatAug 30

from $97

SunAug 31

from $128

MonSep 1

from $143

TueSep 2

from $103

WedSep 3

from $116

ThuSep 4

from $109

FriSep 5

from $118

SatSep 6

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 31 at 12:40am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Arrival time: September 1 at 10:00am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 31 at 6:40pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Arrival time: September 1 at 10:50pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h
Departure time: August 31 at 12:15am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 10:00am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h
Departure time: August 31 at 6:10am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 11:30am
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 4h
Departure time: August 31 at 9:40am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Tampa
Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 7h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Tampa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $372	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$135 - $1,603	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 147kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

$79Cheapest ticket

40kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$118

Average bus trip duration1d 7h

Number of daily buses27

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance997 miles (1607 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,288 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

3.5/587,212 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

Chicago to Tampa Bus

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

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tampa?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

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 Chicago - Tampa

What is the travel distance from Chicago to Tampa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Tampa?

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

Best price found

08/26

$114

08/27

$84

Today

$111

08/29

$120

08/30

$89

08/31

$120

09/01

$141

09/02

$95

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tampa was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $84

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

You can expect to pay from $84 to $208 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2025-08-30.

Usually Greyhound 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 Chicago to Tampa 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 Chicago to Tampa, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Tampa will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Tampa while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 7h	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures27
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 16h	Avg Price$161	Daily Departures1

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Bus Chicago to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tampa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Tampa

What is the travel distance from Chicago to Tampa?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

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