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Fort Myers to Tampa Bus Schedule

Bus from Fort Myers to Tampa: Journey Information

There are 10 intercity buses per day from Fort Myers to Tampa. Traveling by bus from Fort Myers to Tampa usually takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.

	Distance	97 mi (157 km)
	Shortest duration	2h 5m
	Cheapest price	$34.34
	Trips per day	10
	Most frequent service	FlixBus US
	Bus lines	4

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Fort Myers to Tampa

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

4.6

4.0

Charlotte

April 4, 2025

RedCoach Business

Pros: Very peaceful. Cons: Everything good. Tips: No.

5.0

Patricia

December 24, 2023- Visiting family

RedCoach Economy

Pros: Very accommodating Driver and was a VERY good driver. Cons: Didn't notice anything to be improved. This was my first ride on the Red bus. I'm a world traveler. Tips: Check out the Red bus!

5.0

Marina

June 10, 2023- Visiting family

RedCoach Economy

Pros: On time and good driver. Cons: This trip didn’t need any improvement. Tips: I’ll recommend others travelers.

4.0

Melissa

July 13, 2019- Business

OurBus

Pros: I loved the ability to track the bus. It was running behind schedule, about 10 minutes. However, being able to track the bus helped ease my concern. Cons: Provide a photo of the pickup location for each stop. I was in the right place (behind Parking Lot 5); however, I was too far down. There are several busses that come through the area (and stop at different points in the lot), so it was easy to get confused about whether I was in the right place or not.

5.0

Mike

June 10, 2019- Visiting friends

OurBus

Pros: On time always Driver drove very careful Air conditioning. Cons: Drivers talking to you more when they get there. Announce where the bus is going a d the time for pick up . Not sure if it's your bus or not sometimes. Tips: Don't be late.

Buses from Fort Myers to Tampa

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How much is a bus ticket from Fort Myers to Tampa?

Bus tickets for a trip from Fort Myers to Tampa cost $42.01 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price

Monthly avg. prices

Bus tickets from Fort Myers to Tampa are at their cheapest average price in September. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $48. On the other hand, traveling on this route during March might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for March trips cost $55, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 27 days in advance to save up to $7.35.

What bus companies travel from Fort Myers to Tampa?

There are 4 bus lines from Fort Myers to Tampa available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	7	3h 15m	$46.01
RedCoach Business	1	2h 15m	$57.49
RedCoach Economy	1	2h 5m	$44.67
RedCoach First Class	1	2h 6m	$60.66

FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 7 trips per day from Fort Myers to Tampa, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book RedCoach Business from Fort Myers to Tampa from $44. There are 1 RedCoach Business schedules from Fort Myers to Tampa and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Tampa. In Fort Myers, RedCoach Business departs to Tampa from Ft Myers, FL and no other station. In Tampa, RedCoach Business arrives at Tampa USF, FL and no other station.
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Fort Myers to Tampa takes 2 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Tampa in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Business offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Tampa.
Book RedCoach Economy from Fort Myers to Tampa from $36. There are 1 RedCoach Economy schedules from Fort Myers to Tampa and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Tampa. In Fort Myers, RedCoach Economy departs to Tampa from Ft Myers, FL and no other station. In Tampa, RedCoach Economy arrives at Tampa USF, FL and no other station.
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Fort Myers to Tampa takes 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Tampa.
Book RedCoach First Class from Fort Myers to Tampa from $50. There are 1 RedCoach First Class schedules from Fort Myers to Tampa and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Tampa. In Fort Myers, RedCoach First Class departs to Tampa from Ft Myers, FL and no other station. In Tampa, RedCoach First Class arrives at Tampa Airport and no other station.
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Fort Myers to Tampa takes 2 hours and 6 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Tampa in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Tampa.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fort Myers to Tampa

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 157 kilometers from Fort Myers to Tampa. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 5 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Because many passengers travel from Fort Myers to Tampa at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."

The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fort Myers to Tampa, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Fort Myers to Tampa every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Fort Myers to Tampa without transferring.

City Information

Tampa

Sitting at the heart of the Gulf Coast, Tampa offers a perfect blend of cultural attractions and relaxing indulgences. Infused with a colorful mix of Cuban and Spanish cultural elements, the city of Tampa houses some of the most impressive historic buildings in the state, including the Henry B. Plant Museum, which boasts a permanent exhibition of Victorian-era artifacts. Animal lovers can also rejoice, as the city’s many aquariums and zoos will certainly melt your heart. Head down to the Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center for some heart-melting cuteness. And for animal lovers with a penchant for streaming docu-series, the Big Cat Rescue (yes, THAT one!) will be a great choice.

Most of the finest restaurants in town are concentrated around the Riverwalk area, which offers unrivaled views of the waterfront. Oystercatchers is reputed as one of the best establishments in town, so you should not miss out on it. Tampa’s cuisine features a very clear Cuban influence, and the best spot to try out these unique fusion dishes is at Ybor City.

The principal train station in the city is the Tampa Union Station, which is also a historic building. It is currently served by Amtrak. At the station, travelers can also take an Amtrak Thruway motorcoach to get to Orlando, Lakeland, Bradenton, etc. The main airport is Tampa International Airport, which is located just six miles west of downtown Tampa.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Fort Myers?

Main departure station: Ft Myers Bus Station

Fort Myers has two bus stations with service to Tampa.

All bus stations in Fort Myers:

Ft Myers Bus Station
Ft Myers, FL

Where does the bus arrive in Tampa?

Main arrival station: Tampa USF, FL

Buses arrive in Tampa at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Bus stations in Tampa:

Tampa USF, FL
Tampa Bus Station
Tampa Airport

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