Bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa from $138

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Columbus, OH to Tampa from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $179
tomorrow
from $170
Friday
from $154
Saturday
Sunday
from $236
Monday
from $138
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    35h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $179
  • Greyhound US
    31h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:25 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $180
  • FlixBus
    25h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    11:30 AM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181
  • FlixBus
    47h 10m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    10:25 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    12:30 PM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    35h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    47h 10m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    10:25 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • Greyhound US
    31h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:25 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $175
  • Greyhound US
    32h 45m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $177
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    12:30 PM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $213

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    35h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    32h 45m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $156
  • Greyhound US
    31h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:25 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $156
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    12:30 PM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    25h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    11:30 AM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    32h 45m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $236
  • Greyhound US
    32h 45m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    6:50 AM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $237
  • Greyhound US
    35h 25m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $243
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    12:30 PM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $253
  • FlixBus
    25h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    11:30 AM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $253

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    32h 20m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:50 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $138
  • Greyhound US
    32h 45m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    9:30 AM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $146
  • Greyhound US
    33h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:00 AM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    12:30 PM
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $157
  • FlixBus
    27h 15m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    1:00 PM
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $158

Frequency of bus connections between Columbus, OH and Tampa

See here how frequent the connections between Columbus, OH and Tampa are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Columbus, OH and Tampa.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 13 buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Columbus, OH and Tampa, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa in one click! Book your bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Tampa starting from $138!

Cheapest Bus $138
Fastest Bus 25h 45m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Latest Bus 10:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 830.8 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Columbus, OH for Tampa: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/01
Monday 06/02
Tuesday 06/03
Wednesday 06/04
$179
Thursday 06/05
$170
Friday 06/06
$154
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
$236
Monday 06/09
$138
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
$257
Thursday 06/12
$218
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
Saturday 06/28

The cheapest time to travel from Columbus, OH to Tampa

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Tampa, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $138, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $236.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Tampa, with $138. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $157.

How to save money travelling from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Columbus, OH to Tampa in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Columbus, OH and Tampa

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Columbus, OH and Tampa.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa? Or which bus companies serve the route Columbus, OH to Tampa? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Columbus, OH to Tampa bus

How much does a Columbus, OH Tampa bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $138 and takes 32h 20m to reach Tampa. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $138 and $253. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Tampa.

On average, how many connections are available from Columbus, OH to Tampa each day?

Every day, the Columbus, OH to Tampa bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Columbus, OH to Tampa take?

The fastest bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa is offered by FlixBus and takes 25h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $181. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa?

The earliest bus arriving in Tampa from Columbus, OH starts at 9:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa?

The latest bus trip departing from Columbus, OH for Tampa starts at 10:05 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Columbus, OH Tampa route?

When traveling by bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus, OH and Tampa?

You can check all the direct connections between Columbus, OH and Tampa by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Columbus, OH to Tampa bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Columbus, OH Tampa bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Columbus, OH Tampa bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Columbus, OH to Tampa

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Columbus, OH and to Tampa

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Columbus, OH and to Tampa. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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