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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC is to bus which costs $95 - $180 and takes 13h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC is to line 300 bus and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $100 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Charlotte, NC?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Charlotte, NC. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Tuckaseegee Rd & Tennyson Dr via Orlando Bus Station and 4th St & Graham St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Charlotte, NC?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Charlotte, NC station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at CTC Station via Cary and Parkwood Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 44m.

How far is it from Tampa to Charlotte, NC?

The distance between Tampa and Charlotte, NC is 533 miles. The road distance is 575.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC without a car is to bus which takes 13h 26m and costs $95 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charlotte, NC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Charlotte, NC train from?

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

Train or bus from Tampa to Charlotte, NC?

The best way to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC is to bus which takes 13h 26m and costs $95 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $280 - $600 and takes 20h 44m.

Where does the Tampa to Charlotte, NC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tampa to Charlotte, NC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Charlotte, NC?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Charlotte, NC is 576 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Tampa to Charlotte, NC.

Where can I stay near Charlotte, NC?

There are 942+ hotels available in Charlotte, NC.

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There are 7 ways to get from Tampa to Charlotte, NC by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus to Tampa, fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Marion Transit Center to Airport Rental Car Facilitybus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane TPA - CLT
5h 10m
$102–561
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
13h 26m
$99–177
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Carytrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
20h 44m
$289–590
Drive 572.5 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Charlotte, NCcar 572.5 mi
9h 50m
$105–151
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
4h 25m
$100–270
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
7h 31m
$138–731
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
7h 15m
$133–404

Tampa to Charlotte, NC by bus and foot

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Distance: 530.2 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Charlotte, NC via Orlando Bus Station, Charlotte Bus Station, 4th St & Graham St, and Tuckaseegee Rd & Tennyson Dr in around 13h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tampa to Charlotte, NC via Cary, Charlotte Amtrak Station, Parkwood Station, CTC Station, Transit Center- Bay F, and Tuckaseegee Rd & Glenwood Dr in around 20h 44m.

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