There are 4 ways to get from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) by bus (Flixbus), rideshare, car, or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Bus (Flixbus)
best- Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
3h 22m$22–36Airport Transfer
- Take the rideshare from Gainesville to Tampa-TPA135.2 mi
2h 22mDrive 135.2 mi
- Drive from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA)car 135.2 mi
2h 22m$25–36Bus, line 1 bus
- Take the bus from University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Drbus Tallahassee
- Take the bus from University Area Transit Center to Marion Transit Centerbus 1 / ...
5h 6m$37–64
Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) by bus (Flixbus)
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) is to bus which costs $22 - $40 and takes 3h 22m.
The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $40.
No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA). However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Airport Rental Car Facility via Marion Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
The distance between Gainesville and Tampa Airport (TPA) is 140 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.
The best way to get from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) without a car is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $22 - $40.
It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA), including transfers.
Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gainesville station.
Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA) is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Gainesville to Tampa Airport (TPA).
There are 996+ hotels available in Tampa Airport (TPA).
What companies run services between Gainesville, FL, USA and Tampa Airport (TPA), USA?
Flixbus USA operates a bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $20–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.
- Phone
- +1 (855) 626-8585
- Website
- Flixbus USA
Bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $20–35
- Schedules at
- Flixbus USA
- Phone
- +1 877 733 0724
- Website
- RedCoach
Bus from University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $30–60
- Website
- RedCoach
- Phone
- +1 813-254-4278
- Website
- HART
Bus from University Area Transit Center to Marion Transit Center
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- $2–4
- Website
- HART
- Website
- https://www.mozio.com
Rideshare from Gainesville to Tampa-TPA
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- On demand
Want to know more about travelling around United States
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
Travelling to the US: What do I need to know?
Read the travel guide
More Questions & Answers
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gainesville and Tampa Airport (TPA). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.