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

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Tampa is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Raleigh to Tampa is to line 100 bus and fly and line 30 bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $95 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Raleigh and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Raleigh station to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from GoRaleigh Station and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via Raleigh Bus Station and Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Raleigh and Tampa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Raleigh Union Station station and arriving at Tampa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 33m.

How far is it from Raleigh to Tampa?

The distance between Raleigh and Tampa is 613 miles. The road distance is 645.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Raleigh to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 14h 55m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Raleigh to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Raleigh to Tampa bus from?

Raleigh to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Raleigh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Raleigh to Tampa train from?

Raleigh to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Raleigh Union Station.

Train or bus from Raleigh to Tampa?

The best way to get from Raleigh to Tampa is to bus which takes 14h 55m and costs $90 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $440 and takes 16h 33m.

Where does the Raleigh to Tampa bus arrive?

Raleigh to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Where does the Raleigh to Tampa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Raleigh to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh to Tampa is 646 miles. It takes approximately 10h 51m to drive from Raleigh to Tampa.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Raleigh to Tampa?

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Where can I stay near Tampa?

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Raleigh to Tampa - 6 ways to travel via train, line 100 bus, and plane

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

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Line 100 bus to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, fly to Tampa, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Martin St at Dawson St to RDU Airport at Terminal 1bus
2. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Tampa (TPA)plane RDU - TPA
3. Take the bus from TPA Internat'l Airport Post Office to Kennedy Blvd @ Ashley Drbus
4h 39m
$100–394
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2472
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2411 / ...
14h 55m
$92–164
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Tampatrain Floridian
16h 33m
$190–440
Drive 641.8 mi
1. Drive from Raleigh to Tampacar 641.8 mi
10h 51m
$118–170
Bus to Wilmington International Airport, fly to Tampa
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Wilmington Cape Fear Public Transitbus
2. Fly from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Tampa (TPA)plane ILM - TPA
7h 12m
$147–610
Fly Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane RDU - SRQ
2. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus
7h 31m
$124–672

Raleigh to Tampa by bus

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14h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 609.7 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from GoRaleigh Station to Tampa Bus Station via Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Raleigh Bus Station, and Orlando Bus Station in around 14h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Raleigh Union Station to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $190–440 and the journey takes 16h 33m.

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