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There are 3 intercity buses per day from Tampa to Fort Myers. Traveling by bus from Tampa to Fort Myers usually takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest RedCoach Business bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (157 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $25.75 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | RedCoach Economy |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses 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.
Bus tickets for a trip from Tampa to Fort Myers 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.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $17.59 on your bus ticket compared to booking 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedCoach Business | 1 | 2h 25m | $39.17 |
| RedCoach Economy | 1 | 2h 10m | $33.04 |
| RedCoach First Class | 1 | 2h 10m | $41.21 |
Book RedCoach Business from Tampa to Fort Myers from $30. Typically there is one RedCoach Business schedule per day from Tampa to Fort Myers and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Business ticket to Fort Myers. In Tampa, RedCoach Business departs to Fort Myers from Tampa USF, FL . In Fort Myers, RedCoach Business arrives at Ft Myers, FL .
An average trip on RedCoach Business from Tampa to Fort Myers takes 2 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Business trip will get you to Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers.
Book RedCoach Economy from Tampa to Fort Myers from $26. Typically there is one RedCoach Economy schedule per day from Tampa to Fort Myers and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach Economy ticket to Fort Myers. In Tampa, RedCoach Economy departs to Fort Myers from Tampa USF, FL . In Fort Myers, RedCoach Economy arrives at Ft Myers, FL .
An average trip on RedCoach Economy from Tampa to Fort Myers takes 2 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach Economy trip will get you to Fort Myers in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach Economy offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Myers.
Book RedCoach First Class from Tampa to Fort Myers from $39. Typically there is one RedCoach First Class schedule per day from Tampa to Fort Myers and you can expect on average to pay for a RedCoach First Class ticket to Fort Myers. In Tampa, RedCoach First Class departs to Fort Myers from Tampa Airport . In Fort Myers, RedCoach First Class arrives at Ft Myers, FL .
An average trip on RedCoach First Class from Tampa to Fort Myers takes 2 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available RedCoach First Class trip will get you to Fort Myers in 2 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, RedCoach First Class offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Fort Myers.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 97 miles from Tampa to Fort Myers. 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 Tampa to Fort Myers 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, 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tampa to Fort Myers, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Tampa to Fort Myers 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 Tampa to Fort Myers without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tampa to Fort Myers; ticket prices start at $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 bus stations with service to Fort Myers.
Tampa USF, FL
Tampa Airport
All buses from Tampa arrive at one main station in Fort Myers.
Ft Myers, FL
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