What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Orlando and St. Petersburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Orlando, FL and arriving at 4Th St N + 4Th Ave N via Gateway Mall - Shelter - 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Orlando and St. Petersburg?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Orlando and arriving at Tampa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

The distance between Downtown Orlando and St. Petersburg is 115 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg bus from?

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando, FL station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg train from?

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando station.

Train or bus from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

The best way to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can Amtrak Thruway, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg bus arrive?

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Petersburg station.

Where does the Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg train arrive?

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg.

Where can I stay near St. Petersburg?

There are 2019+ hotels available in St. Petersburg.

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Orlando to Tampatrain Floridian
2h 35m
$94–140
Drive 106.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburgcar 106.6 mi
1h 52m
$20–29
Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Orlando, FL to St. Petersburgbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 8m
$37–51

Downtown Orlando to St. Petersburg by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Downtown Orlando, FL, USA and St. Petersburg, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Orlando to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Orlando, FL to St. Petersburg twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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