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Compare all timetables for the bus from San Francisco to Tampa

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

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Wednesday

$195

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Friday

Saturday

$165

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	74h 15m	7:30 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	12:45 PM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$195	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 7/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $195 per person are available. Travel duration is 74h 15m
FlixBus	74h 45m	7:30 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	1:15 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$195	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 7/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $195 per person are available. Travel duration is 74h 45m
Greyhound US	77h 55m	1:30 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$197	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 7/29/2026 1:30:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 77h 55m
Greyhound US	80h 40m	6:30 AM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	6:10 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$201	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $201 per person are available. Travel duration is 80h 40m
FlixBus	78h 50m	11:25 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	9:15 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$229	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:25:00 PM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $229 per person are available. Travel duration is 78h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	77h 55m	1:30 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	10:25 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$165	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 8/1/2026 1:30:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/4/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $165 per person are available. Travel duration is 77h 55m
Greyhound US	74h 30m	12:40 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	6:10 PM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$172	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 8/1/2026 12:40:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/4/2026 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 74h 30m
Greyhound US	76h 30m	10:30 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	6:00 AM	Tampa	Marion Street	Economy	$200	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 8/1/2026 10:30:00 PM to Marion Street, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/5/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $200 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 30m
Greyhound US	79h 45m	10:30 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	9:15 AM	Tampa	USF	Economy	$200	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 8/1/2026 10:30:00 PM to USF, Tampa (USA) arriving at 8/5/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $200 per person are available. Travel duration is 79h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Francisco to Tampa is $133 on 8/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between San Francisco and Tampa

See here how frequent the connections between San Francisco and Tampa are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from San Francisco to Tampa. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between San Francisco and Tampa.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from San Francisco to Tampa, while Morning sees the fewest connections between San Francisco and Tampa, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Francisco to Tampa

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from San Francisco to Tampa in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Francisco to Tampa starting from $133!

Cheapest Bus	$133
Fastest Bus	77h 15m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Latest Bus	10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	2,395.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Francisco to Tampa

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Francisco for Tampa: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

$195

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$165

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$142

Wednesday 08/05

$139

Thursday 08/06

$133

Friday 08/07

$174

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$139

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$169

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

$164

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

$162

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from San Francisco to Tampa

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Francisco to Tampa, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $139, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Francisco to Tampa. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $165.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Francisco to Tampa, with $165. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $200.

How to save money travelling from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Tampa are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in San Francisco and Tampa

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

South Van Ness Ave & Market St

5th/Townsend

Townsend St 400

Union Square

Post St 470

Bus Station Transbay

Folsom Street 200

Beach St & Hyde St

Marion Street

N Marion St 1211

USF

USF Holly Drive 3755

Greyhound Bus Station

East Polk Street 602

Port of Tampa Cruise Terminals

Channelside Dr. 1101

Western Union

Tampa Gateway Blvd, I 4 Exit 10 11706

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Francisco to Tampa

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

FAQs about the San Francisco to Tampa bus

How much does a San Francisco Tampa bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $133 and takes 80h 55m to reach Tampa. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from San Francisco to Tampa?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $133 and $233. 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 San Francisco to Tampa each day?

Every day, the San Francisco to Tampa bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from San Francisco to Tampa take?

The fastest bus from San Francisco to Tampa is offered by FlixBus and takes 77h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $195. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from San Francisco to Tampa?

The earliest bus arriving in Tampa from San Francisco starts at 6:30 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 San Francisco to Tampa?

The latest bus trip departing from San Francisco for Tampa starts at 10:30 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 San Francisco Tampa route?

When traveling by bus from San Francisco 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 San Francisco and Tampa?

You can check all the direct connections between San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Tampa on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from San Francisco to Tampa?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route San Francisco to Tampa

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Francisco and to Tampa

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