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There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Tampa to Fort Myers. Traveling by coach from Tampa to Fort Myers usually takes around 2 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 5m |
| Cheapest price | US$20.99 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Business |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Overall score for coaches from Tampa to Fort Myers
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Friendly and excellent driver. It was a pleasant ride. Cons: Candefinitelynot think of anything. Tips: Definitely try the Red bus line!
5.0
Pros: Smooth trip, I don't remember it in particular. Cons: Greyhound is funny: they want you to queue up before the conductor is ready to check tickets. I stay seated until the conductor starts checking tickets. Stopping next to grocery store instead of fast-food/gas station would be cool.
US$30.19 is the average price of a bus ticket from Tampa to Fort Myers. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 24 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save US$10.67 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Tampa to Fort Myers available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 2h 24m | US$34.99 |
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 2h 25m | US$41.71 |
| RedCoach Economy | 1 | 2h 6m | US$29.46 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Tampa to Fort Myers every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 24 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fort Myers usually start from US$35.
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 97 miles from Tampa to Fort Myers. However, the fastest coach 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Fort Myers at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Tampa to Fort Myers, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Tampa to Fort Myers. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tampa to Fort Myers; ticket prices start at US$159.00.
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.
Tampa has two coach stations with service to Fort Myers.
USF - Theatre Ctr - 3801 USF Holly Drive
Tampa Bus Station
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Fort Myers.
Ft Myers, FL
Ft Myers Bus Station
US$32+
US$15+
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