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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Tampa is to train and fly which costs $120 - $650 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Tampa is to fly which takes 7h 23m and costs $170 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Tampa. However, there are services departing from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa and arriving at Marion St @ Kennedy Blvd via Santa Ana, El Paso Bus Station, Houston - Harrisburg Blvd, US Hwy 41 @ Shell Point Rd and Providence Rd @ Providence Oaks Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Tampa?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Tampa via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 13h.

How far is it from Irvine to Tampa?

The distance between Irvine and Tampa is 2143 miles. The road distance is 2454 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Tampa without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 2 days 8h and costs $380 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Irvine to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tampa bus from?

Irvine to Tampa bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Tampa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Irvine to Tampa?

The best way to get from Irvine to Tampa is to fly which takes 7h 23m and costs $170 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $380 - $600 and takes 2 days 8h, you could also train, which costs $1,000 - $2,500 and takes 3 days 13h.

Where does the Irvine to Tampa bus arrive?

Irvine to Tampa bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Irvine and Tampa?

Tampa is 3h ahead of Irvine. It is currently 6:06 PM in Irvine and 9:06 PM in Tampa.

Where does the Irvine to Tampa train arrive?

Irvine to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Tampa is 2454 miles. It takes approximately 40h 17m to drive from Irvine to Tampa.

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

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1294+ hotels available in Tampa.

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Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tampa (TPA)plane SNA - TPA
7h 23m
$172–698
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa (TPA)plane LAX - TPA
8h 32m
$128–627
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to El Pasobus Cbx
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ruskinbus
2d 8h
$380–570
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Houstontrain
3. Take the bus from Houston - Harrisburg Blvd to Ruskinbus
2d 12h
$578–1,172
Drive 2,439.8 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Tampacar 2,439.8 mi
40h 17m
$446–644
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
2d 13h
$415–684
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tampatrain
3d 13h
$1,017–2,409

Irvine to Tampa by bus

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Distance: 2,130.2 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Tampa (TPA) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Marion St @ Kennedy Blvd via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3, Santa Ana, El Paso, El Paso Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, Houston - Harrisburg Blvd, Ruskin, US Hwy 41 @ Shell Point Rd, Providence Rd @ Providence Park, and Providence Rd @ Providence Oaks Dr in around 2d 8h.

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