What is the cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay?

The cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay?

The fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between St. Petersburg and Port Tampa Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive and arriving at Marion St N + Kennedy Blvd E. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct ferry between St. Petersburg and Port Tampa Bay?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from St. Petersburg ferry terminal and arriving at Tampa Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay?

The distance between St. Petersburg and Port Tampa Bay is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

How do I travel from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay without a car?

The best way to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay without a car is to ferry which takes 50 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay?

The ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminal takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay bus from?

St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, depart from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive station.

Where does the St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay bus arrive?

St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, arrive at Marion St N + Kennedy Blvd E station.

Can I drive from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay is 23 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay.

Where can I stay near Port Tampa Bay?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Port Tampa Bay.

St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay by ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminalferry St. Pete
50 min
$12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Marion St N + Kennedy Blvd Ebus 100
1h 16m
$3
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Baycar 22.5 mi
30 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Baytaxi 22.5 mi
30 min
$60–75

St. Petersburg to Port Tampa Bay by ferry

15Weekly Ferries

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between St. Petersburg, FL, USA and Port Tampa Bay, FL, USA?

The Cross Bay Ferry operates a ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority operates a bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Marion St N + Kennedy Blvd E hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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