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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Tampa is to fly and bus which costs $190 - $750 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Tampa is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs $200 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Marion St @ Kennedy Blvd via Los Angeles Union Station, Dallas Bus Station, Houston - Harrisburg Blvd, US Hwy 41 @ Shell Point Rd and Providence Rd @ Providence Oaks Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Tampa?

The distance between Bakersfield and Tampa is 2222 miles. The road distance is 2512.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 12h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Bakersfield to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Tampa bus from?

Bakersfield to Tampa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Tampa?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Tampa is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs $200 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the Bakersfield to Tampa bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Tampa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Tampa?

Tampa is 3h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 12:51 AM in Bakersfield and 3:51 AM in Tampa.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Tampa is 2513 miles. It takes approximately 42h 5m to drive from Bakersfield to Tampa.

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

Book your Bakersfield to Tampa bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1340+ hotels available in Tampa.

Bakersfield to Tampa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Bakersfield to Tampa by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly Meadows Field Airport to Tampa
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Tampa (TPA)plane BFL - TPA
8h 16m
$206–830
Fly Meadows Field Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane BFL - SRQ
2. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus
10h 48m
$195–747
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ruskinbus
2d 12h
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Houstontrain
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ruskinbus
2d 13h
Drive 2,497.9 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Tampacar 2,497.9 mi
42h 5m
$456–659
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Tampa
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa (TPA)plane LAX - TPA
10h 7m
Bus, train via Chicago (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tampatrain
3d 16h

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Tampa (TPA) flights

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8h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,209.3 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Tampa (TPA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Marion St @ Kennedy Blvd via Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, Dallas Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, Houston - Harrisburg Blvd, Ruskin, US Hwy 41 @ Shell Point Rd, Providence Rd @ Providence Park, and Providence Rd @ Providence Oaks Dr in around 2d 12h.

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