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

The cheapest way to get from Miami to Tampa Bay area is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Miami to Tampa Bay area is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $800 - $1,200.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Miami to Tampa Bay area. However, there are services departing from Miami Airport and arriving at Tampa USF via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Miami station to Tampa Bay area. However, there are services departing from Miami Amtrak Station and arriving at Tampa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Miami to Tampa Bay area?

The distance between Miami and Tampa Bay area is 226 miles. The road distance is 244.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Miami to Tampa Bay area without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $110 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Miami to Tampa Bay area, including transfers.

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

Miami to Tampa Bay area bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Miami Airport station.

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

Miami to Tampa Bay area train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Miami Amtrak Station.

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

The best way to get from Miami to Tampa Bay area is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $800 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $210 and takes 5h 39m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Miami to Tampa Bay area bus arrive?

Miami to Tampa Bay area bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Tampa USF station.

Where does the Miami to Tampa Bay area train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Miami to Tampa Bay area?

Yes, the driving distance between Miami to Tampa Bay area is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Miami to Tampa Bay area.

Where can I stay near Tampa Bay area?

There are 1286+ hotels available in Tampa Bay area.

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

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

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Fly from Miami International Airport
best
1. Fly from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa (TPA)plane MIA - TPA
2h 35m
$800–1,165
Drive 242.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Miami to Tampa Bay areacar 242.8 mi
4h 48m
$45–64
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Miami Amtrak Station to Tampatrain Floridian
5h 39m
$113–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Miami Airport to Tampa USFbus Miami–Tampa / ...
6h 28m
$100–180
Train to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Metrorail Transfer Station to Fort Lauderdale Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Tampa (TPA)plane FLL - TPA
3h 19m
$163–620
Bus via Marion Transit Center
1. Take the bus from Miami Airport Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421 / ...
8h 39m
$56–98

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

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Distance: 224.6 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

American Airlines flies from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Tampa (TPA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Miami Amtrak Station to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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