FL → FL · about 192 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Tampa bus & train schedule
Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound run 28 direct buses and trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa. The fastest takes 4 hours 48 minutes; the first departure leaves at 8:00 AM and the last at 11:43 AM.
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- Buses and trains a week
- 28
- Fastest trip
- 4h 48m
- First departure
- 8:00 AM
- Last departure
- 11:43 AM
14 of the 28 buses and trains a week stop at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 2:20 PM | 6h 20m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Airport to Tampa Bus Station | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 8:45 AM | 3:55 PM | 7h 10m | Daily | Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Tampa Bus Station | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 9:45 AM | 3:50 PM | 6h 05m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Airport to Tampa Bus Station | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 4:31 PM | 4h 48m | Daily | Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Tampa | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale
Where buses and trains stop in Tampa
Return trip: Tampa to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 4 hours 48 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 5 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM (Daily) and the last at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?
Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Fort Lauderdale?
Buses and trains to Tampa leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station, Fort Lauderdale Airport and Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride.
Does the bus or train from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa stop at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport?
Yes, 14 of the 28 a week: at Fort Lauderdale Airport.