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Bus from Fort Myers to Tampa: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Fort Myers to Tampa. Traveling by bus from Fort Myers to Tampa usually takes around 2 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Economy bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance97 mi (157 km)
Shortest duration2h 5m
Cheapest price$22.99
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceRedCoach Economy
Bus lines2

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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.

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

Bus tickets for a trip from Fort Myers to Tampa cost $27.99 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

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Bus tickets from Fort Myers to Tampa are at their cheapest average price in February. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $31. On the other hand, traveling on this route during November might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for November trips cost $39, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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 22 days in advance to save up to $17.91.

What bus companies travel from Fort Myers to Tampa?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Fort Myers to Tampa that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
RedCoach Business12h 15m$39.03
RedCoach Economy12h 5m$31.93

  • Book RedCoach Business from Fort Myers to Tampa from $30. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day 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 . In Tampa, RedCoach Business arrives at Tampa USF, FL .

    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 one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Tampa.

  • Book RedCoach Economy from Fort Myers to Tampa from $23. Typically there is one RedCoach Economy schedule per day 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 . In Tampa, RedCoach Economy arrives at Tampa USF, FL .

    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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tampa.

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

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 97 miles 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.

Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Tampa. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 11:00am 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 usually only 2 buses per day from Fort Myers to Tampa. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.

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, FL

Most buses depart from the main station in Fort Myers.

All bus stations in Fort Myers:

  • Ft Myers, FL

Where does the bus arrive in Tampa?

Main arrival station: Tampa USF, FL

All buses from Fort Myers arrive at one main station in Tampa.

All bus stations in Tampa:

  • Tampa USF, FL

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