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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio is to bus which costs $180 - $370 and takes 28h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs $280 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa Bay area and San Antonio?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio station. However, there are services departing from University of South Florida and arriving at San Antonio Bus Station via Gainesville, Tallahassee and Houston Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio?

The distance between Tampa Bay area and San Antonio is 1004 miles. The road distance is 1150.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio without a car is to bus via Gainesville which takes 27h 20m and costs $200 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio, including transfers.

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

Tampa Bay area to San Antonio bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from University of South Florida station.

Bus or fly from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio?

The best way to get from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs $280 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Gainesville, which costs $200 - $380 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Tampa Bay area to San Antonio bus arrive?

Tampa Bay area to San Antonio bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gainesville station.

Can I drive from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa Bay area to San Antonio is 1150 miles. It takes approximately 19h 24m to drive from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio.

Where can I stay near San Antonio?

There are 1088+ hotels available in San Antonio.

Tampa Bay area to San Antonio - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to San Antonio International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane TPA - SAT
3h 51m
$284–1,164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
28h 18m
$187–367
Bus via Gainesville
1. Take the bus from University of South Florida to Gainesvillebus
2. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tallahasseebus
3. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
27h 20m
$202–379
Drive 1,143.7 mi
1. Drive from Tampa Bay area to San Antoniocar 1,143.7 mi
19h 24m
$209–302
Fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane TPA - AUS
2. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
6h 22m
$245–889
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to Tallahassee, FLbus
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Galleria Houston to San Antoniobus
29h 53m
$333–536

Tampa (TPA) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) flights

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 998 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Tampa Bay area, FL, USA and San Antonio, TX, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Tampa (TPA) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tampa Bay area to San Antonio Bus Station via University of South Florida, Gainesville, Tallahassee, and Houston Bus Station in around 27h 20m.

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