The average bus between Universal Orlando and Tampa takes 3h 40m and the fastest bus takes 2h 45m. The bus service runs several times per day from Universal Orlando to Tampa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 3 hours between Universal Orlando and Tampa. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Universal Orlando is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Tampa at 2:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct bus from Universal Orlando to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Universal Orlando station and arriving at Tampa station via Tampa Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Universal Orlando to Tampa bus services, operated by Lynx Central Florida Transport, depart from Orlando Bus Station.
Universal Orlando to Tampa bus services, operated by Lynx Central Florida Transport, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.
The distance between Universal Orlando and Tampa is 113.4 km. The road distance is 154 km.
Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.