What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Ruston?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Ruston is to bus which costs $110 - $230 and takes 24h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to Ruston?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Ruston is to fly and bus which takes 7h 41m and costs $110 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Ruston?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Ruston. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Ruston via Orlando Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 30m.

How far is it from Tampa to Ruston?

The distance between Tampa and Ruston is 704 miles. The road distance is 819.2 miles.

How do I travel from Tampa to Ruston without a car?

The best way to get from Tampa to Ruston without a car is to bus via Gainesville which takes 22h 44m and costs $110 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to Ruston?

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Tampa to Ruston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Ruston bus from?

Tampa to Ruston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Where does the Tampa to Ruston bus arrive?

Tampa to Ruston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tampa and Ruston?

Ruston is 1h behind Tampa. It is currently 11:02 AM in Tampa and 10:02 AM in Ruston.

Can I drive from Tampa to Ruston?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Ruston is 819 miles. It takes approximately 14h 19m to drive from Tampa to Ruston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tampa to Ruston?

Book your Tampa to Ruston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruston?

There are 16+ hotels available in Ruston.

Tampa to Ruston - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Tampa to Ruston by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Tampa to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)TPA - MLU
2. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
7h 41m
$111–448
Fly Tampa to Shreveport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Shreveport (SHV)TPA - SHV
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Ruston
9h 30m
$98–447
Bus via Gainesville
1. Take the bus from Tampa Downtown to Ocala
2. Take the bus from Ocala to Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand
3. Take the bus from Gainesville to Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station
4. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Ruston
22h 44m
$113–333
Drive 814.5 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Ruston814.5 mi
14h 19m
$149–215
Fly Tampa to Alexandria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)TPA - AEX
2. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Ruston
9h 21m
$124–468
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)SRQ - MLU
3. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
9h 44m
$170–698
Train to Orlando, fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Station
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)MCO - MLU
3. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
10h 5m
$123–432
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Ruston
23h 30m
$118–254
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
2. Take the bus from Orlando to Atlanta Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Ruston
24h 55m
$119–221
Bus via Mobile
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahassee
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Mobile Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Station
4. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Ruston
25h 30m
$144–277

Tampa to Ruston by bus

21Weekly Buses

23h 30mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 699.7 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Ruston, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tampa Downtown to Ruston via Ocala, Gainesville - Commuter Lot Parking Garage @ Gale Lemerand, Gainesville, Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station, Civic Center Station, Garnett Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 22h 44m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.