What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The fastest way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is to fly and line 10 bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Lauderdale and Tampa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride and arriving at Tampa Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Lauderdale and Tampa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station station and arriving at Tampa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The distance between Fort Lauderdale and Tampa is 234 miles. The road distance is 239.4 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $75 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Tampa takes 4h 48m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa bus from?

Fort Lauderdale to Tampa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa train from?

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

Train or bus from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

The best way to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $75 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa bus arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Tampa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Where does the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa train arrive?

Fort Lauderdale to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Lauderdale to Tampa is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

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Fort Lauderdale to Tampa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Tampatrain Floridian
4h 48m
$75–160
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Tampa Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0740s
7h 10m
$40–85
Drive 238 mi
1. Drive from Fort Lauderdale to Tampacar 238 mi
4h 19m
$44–63
Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, line 10 bus
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Tampa (TPA)plane FLL - TPA
2. Take the bus from TPA Internat'l Airport Post Office to Cass St @ Gasparilla Plazabus
3h 50m
$114–555
Bus via Airport/Rental Car Center (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421
7h 26m
$42–78
Train to Miami International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Fort Lauderdale Station to Miami Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa (TPA)plane MIA - TPA
4h 19m
$756–1,108

Fort Lauderdale to Tampa by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 232.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 48m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride to Tampa Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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