What is the cheapest way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

The fastest way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $800 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Tampa Bay area?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Tampa Bay area. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at University of South Florida via Gainesville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Florida and Tampa Bay area?

No, there is no direct train from Florida to Tampa Bay area. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Tampa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

The distance between Florida and Tampa Bay area is 203 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

How do I travel from Florida to Tampa Bay area without a car?

The best way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $60 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Tampa Bay area bus from?

Florida to Tampa Bay area bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Where do I catch the Florida to Tampa Bay area train from?

Florida to Tampa Bay area train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jacksonville station.

Train, bus or fly from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

The best way to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $60 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $210 and takes 7h 6m, you could also fly, which costs $800 - $1,200 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Florida to Tampa Bay area bus arrive?

Florida to Tampa Bay area bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gainesville station.

Where does the Florida to Tampa Bay area train arrive?

Florida to Tampa Bay area train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Florida to Tampa Bay area?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Tampa Bay area is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Florida to Tampa Bay area.

Where can I stay near Tampa Bay area?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Tampa Bay area.

Florida to Tampa Bay area - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Florida to Tampa Bay area by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2431
2. Take the bus from Gainesville to University of South Floridabus FlixBus N2467
4h 49m
$61–94
Drive 188.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Tampa Bay areacar 188.6 mi
3h 37m
$35–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
7h 6m
$107–203
Fly from Miami International Airport
1. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa (TPA)plane MIA - TPA
2h 54m
$803–1,168
Bus via Wildwood
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Wildwood Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Wildwood to Plant Citybus Houston
7h 41m
$157–218
Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Tampa (TPA)plane FLL - TPA
2h 59m
$162–618

Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa (TPA) flights

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1h 12mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Florida, USA and Tampa Bay area, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Jacksonville to Tampa Bay area via Gainesville and University of South Florida in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Jacksonville to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 5h 29m.

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