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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Charlotte is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Charlotte is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Charlotte?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Charlotte Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Charlotte?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Charlotte Amtrak Station via Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 33m.

How far is it from Tampa to Charlotte?

The distance between Tampa and Charlotte is 529 miles. The road distance is 573.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Charlotte without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Tampa to Charlotte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charlotte bus from?

Tampa to Charlotte bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charlotte train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tampa to Charlotte?

The best way to get from Tampa to Charlotte is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 12h 40m, you could also train, which costs $280 - $600 and takes 19h 33m.

Where does the Tampa to Charlotte bus arrive?

Tampa to Charlotte bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Where does the Tampa to Charlotte train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Charlotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Charlotte is 574 miles. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Tampa to Charlotte.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Charlotte?

There are 852+ hotels available in Charlotte.

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There are 8 ways to get from Tampa to Charlotte by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Fly Tampa to Charlotte Douglas International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane TPA - CLT
4h 19m
$100–555
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2433
12h 40m
$93–165
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Carytrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
19h 33m
$284–580
Drive 570.5 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Charlottecar 570.5 mi
9h 48m
$105–151
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane SRQ - CLT
6h 5m
$134–721
Line 300 bus to Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport, fly to Concord
1. Take the bus from Marion Transit Parking Lot to Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - Dbus
2. Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Concord (USA)plane PIE - USA
5h
$98–403
Train to Orlando, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane MCO - CLT
6h 23m
$131–397
Bus via Savannah
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Savannah Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2432
2. Take the bus from Savannah to Charlottebus Ses 985
16h 10m
$149–212

Tampa to Charlotte by bus

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Distance: 526 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

American Airlines and Delta fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station in around 12h 40m.

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