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

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Tampa is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Tampa is to drive which takes 7h 37m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Charleston and Tampa?

No, there is no direct train from Charleston station to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Charleston Amtrak Station and arriving at Tampa via Jacksonville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Charleston to Tampa?

The distance between Charleston and Tampa is 391 miles. The road distance is 431 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Tampa without a car is to train which takes 11h 10m and costs $180 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Charleston to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Tampa train from?

Charleston to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charleston to Tampa train arrive?

Charleston to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Charleston to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Tampa is 431 miles. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Charleston to Tampa.

How do I get a train ticket from Charleston to Tampa?

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1278+ hotels available in Tampa.

Charleston to Tampa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and line 10 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Charleston to Tampa by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, fly, line 10 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Courtenay Dr / Doughty St to Fuel Farm Rd / Dreamliner Drbus
2. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tampa (TPA)plane CHS - TPA
3. Take the bus from TPA Internat'l Airport Post Office to Cass St @ Gasparilla Plazabus
4h 7m
Drive 428.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Tampacar 428.5 mi
7h 37m
$79–113
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Jacksonvilletrain Silver Meteor
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
11h 10m
$181–366

Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tampa (TPA) flights

37Weekly Planes

3h 22mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 389 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Charleston, SC, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Charleston to Tampa via Charleston Amtrak Station and Jacksonville in around 11h 10m.

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