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

The cheapest way to get from Charlotte to Tampa is to bus which costs $85 - $150 and takes 12h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlotte to Tampa is to fly and line 30 bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $75 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Charlotte and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlotte station to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Bus Station and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Charlotte and Tampa?

No, there is no direct train from Charlotte station to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Amtrak Station and arriving at Tampa via Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 12m.

How far is it from Charlotte to Tampa?

The distance between Charlotte and Tampa is 528 miles. The road distance is 573 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlotte to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Charlotte to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlotte to Tampa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Charlotte to Tampa train from?

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

Train or bus from Charlotte to Tampa?

The best way to get from Charlotte to Tampa is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs $85 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $550 and takes 20h 12m.

Where does the Charlotte to Tampa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charlotte to Tampa train arrive?

Charlotte to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from Charlotte to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlotte to Tampa is 573 miles. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Charlotte to Tampa.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

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Charlotte to Tampa - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, line 30 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Charlotte to Tampa by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to Tampa, line 30 bus
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1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Tampa (TPA)plane CLT - TPA
2. Take the bus from TPA Internat'l Airport Post Office to Kennedy Blvd @ Ashley Drbus
4h 14m
$79–444
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2433
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2411 / ...
12h 50m
$89–147
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Carytrain Piedmont / ...
2. Take the train from Cary to Tampatrain Floridian
20h 12m
$223–516
Drive 569.7 mi
1. Drive from Charlotte to Tampacar 569.7 mi
9h 48m
$104–151
Fly to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane CLT - SRQ
2. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus
6h 49m
$123–672

Charlotte to Tampa by bus

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Distance: 525 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Tampa Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station in around 12h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Tampa via Cary in around 20h 12m.

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