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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Charleston is to bus which costs $120 - $240 and takes 19h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Charleston is to fly which takes 4h and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Charleston Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station and Charlotte Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Charleston?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Charleston Station via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 4m.

How far is it from Tampa to Charleston?

The distance between Tampa and Charleston is 738 miles. The road distance is 837.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 19h 15m and costs $120 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Tampa to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charleston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charleston train from?

Tampa to Charleston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tampa station.

Train, bus or fly from Tampa to Charleston?

The best way to get from Tampa to Charleston is to fly which takes 4h and costs $100 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $240 and takes 19h 15m, you could also train, which costs $430 - $950 and takes 32h 4m.

Where does the Tampa to Charleston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tampa to Charleston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Charleston is 838 miles. It takes approximately 14h 13m to drive from Tampa to Charleston.

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

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

Book your Tampa to Charleston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 40+ hotels available in Charleston.

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

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Fly from Tampa
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Yeager Airport (CRW)plane TPA - CRW
4h
$104–497
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus
19h 15m
$121–234
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tampa to Carytrain
2. Take the train from Cary to Greensborotrain
3. Take the bus from Greensboro Bus Stop to Winston Salem(Trans Center)bus
4. Take the bus from Winston Salem(Trans Center) to Charleston, WVbus
24h 36m
$276–590
Drive 833.1 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Charlestoncar 833.1 mi
14h 13m
$152–220
Train to Orlando, fly
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Yeager Airport (CRW)plane MCO - CRW
6h 9m
$190–670
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Alexandriatrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Charleston Stationtrain Cardinal
32h 4m
$435–920

Tampa to Charleston by bus

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19h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 733.7 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Charleston, WV, USA?

Breeze Airways, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Tampa (TPA) to Yeager Airport (CRW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Charleston Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station and Charlotte Bus Station in around 19h 15m.

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