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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Columbus, OH to Tampa from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$109

tomorrow

$114

Saturday

$109

Sunday

$107

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

$99

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	29h 10m	12:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$109	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/10/2026 12:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 10m
Greyhound US	25h 20m	5:20 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$109	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/10/2026 5:20:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 20m
FlixBus	35h 25m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/10/2026 11:00:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
Greyhound US	25h 50m	5:20 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	7:10 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/10/2026 5:20:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
FlixBus	43h 40m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/10/2026 11:00:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 30m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/11/2026 9:45:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m
FlixBus	27h 0m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/11/2026 9:45:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
FlixBus	35h 25m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/12/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
FlixBus	43h 40m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$123	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 40m
FlixBus	43h 55m	5:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/11/2026 5:20:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	29h 10m	12:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$109	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/12/2026 12:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 10m
Greyhound US	25h 20m	5:20 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$109	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/12/2026 5:20:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 20m
Greyhound US	25h 50m	5:20 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	7:10 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/12/2026 5:20:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
FlixBus	43h 55m	5:20 PM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/12/2026 5:20:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 55m
FlixBus	43h 40m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/12/2026 11:00:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	30h 50m	11:50 PM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/13/2026 11:50:00 PM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/15/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 50m
FlixBus	27h 0m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/13/2026 9:45:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	29h 10m	12:50 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/13/2026 12:50:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 10m
Greyhound US	25h 20m	5:20 AM	Columbus, OH	E Main St & S Lazelle St	6:40 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from E Main St & S Lazelle St, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/13/2026 5:20:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 20m
FlixBus	27h 30m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$108	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/13/2026 9:45:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/14/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	35h 25m	11:00 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$99	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/16/2026 11:00:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/17/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 25m
FlixBus	27h 0m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/16/2026 9:45:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/17/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
FlixBus	27h 30m	9:45 AM	Columbus, OH	ABM Public Parking	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from ABM Public Parking, Columbus, OH (USA) at 9/16/2026 9:45:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 9/17/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa is $96 on 10/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Columbus, OH and Tampa.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 19 buses from Columbus, OH to Tampa, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Columbus, OH and Tampa, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 7 times every day by bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa in one click! Book your bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Tampa starting from $96!

Cheapest Bus	$96
Fastest Bus	25h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:50 AM
Latest Bus	11:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	830.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Every day, 7 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 09/10/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$109

Friday 09/11

$110

Saturday 09/12

$109

Sunday 09/13

$107

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

$98

Thursday 09/17

$113

Friday 09/18

$115

Saturday 09/19

$117

Sunday 09/20

$113

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

$105

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$103

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$98

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

$100

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$96

Saturday 10/03

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 $96, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Columbus, OH to Tampa. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $109.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Tampa, with $96. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $111.

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.

Beloved bus companies from Columbus, OH to Tampa

These are the most booked bus companies between Columbus, OH to Tampa from our users.

Greyhound US from Columbus, OH to Tampa

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Columbus, OH to Tampa:

Cheapest Price	$107
Fastest Bus	25h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:50 AM
Last Bus	11:50 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	8/13/2026

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.

Greyhound Bus Station

E Town St 111

University

N High St 1739

N Wilson

ABM Public Parking

E Rich Street 100

E Main St & S Lazelle St

E Main St 139

Marion Street

N Marion St 1211

USF

USF Holly Drive 3755

Greyhound Bus Station

East Polk Street 602

Western Union

Tampa Gateway Blvd, I 4 Exit 10 11706

Desoto Park

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 $96 and takes 35h 25m 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 $96 and $140. 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 7 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 Greyhound US and takes 25h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $109. 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 12:50 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 11:00 AM. 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 FlixBus and Greyhound US. 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Columbus, OH to Tampa?

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

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!