What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa?

The fastest way to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Cape Canaveral to Tampa?

The distance between Cape Canaveral and Tampa is 141 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cape Canaveral to Tampa without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 4h 38m and costs $150 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cape Canaveral to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Canaveral to Tampa is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cape Canaveral to Tampa.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 998+ hotels available in Tampa.

Cape Canaveral to Tampa - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cape Canaveral to Tampa by car, bus, train, or taxi

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Drive, bus
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1. Drive from Cape Canaveral to Orlando Bus Stationcar
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2411 / ...
2h 35m
$22–39
Drive, train (Amtrak)
1. Drive from Cape Canaveral to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationcar
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Tampatrain Floridian
2h 50m
$34–65
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Cape Canaveral to Tampacar 128.4 mi
2h 12m
$24–34
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Cape Canaveral to Nemours Children Hospitaltaxi
2. Take the bus from Nemours Children Hospital to Pleasant St & Neptune Rdbus 407
3. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Tampatrain
4h 38m
$157–208

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Distance: 140.4 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Cape Canaveral, FL, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Cape Canaveral to Tampa. However, you can drive to Orlando Bus Station then take the bus to Tampa Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cape Canaveral to Tampa via Kissimmee Amtrak Station in around 2h 50m.

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