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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Lawrence is to bus which costs $210 - $420 and takes 30h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Lawrence is to fly and train which takes 8h 52m and costs $180 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Orlando Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Lawrence station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Tampa to Lawrence?

The distance between Tampa and Lawrence is 1130 miles. The road distance is 1234.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 30h 5m and costs $210 - $420.

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

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Tampa to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Lawrence bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Lawrence train from?

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

Train or bus from Tampa to Lawrence?

The best way to get from Tampa to Lawrence is to bus which takes 30h 5m and costs $210 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $1,500 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Tampa to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tampa and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h behind Tampa. It is currently 11:40 PM in Tampa and 10:40 PM in Lawrence.

Where does the Tampa to Lawrence train arrive?

Tampa to Lawrence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Tampa to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Lawrence is 1235 miles. It takes approximately 22h 29m to drive from Tampa to Lawrence.

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

Book your Tampa to Lawrence train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 48+ hotels available in Lawrence.

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

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Fly from Tampa, train
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane TPA - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 52m
$185–879
Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PIE - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 38m
$178–832
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
30h 5m
$213–419
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2d 2h
$745–1,501
Drive 1,227.5 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Lawrencecar 1,227.5 mi
22h 29m
$224–324
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SRQ - MCI
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 27m
$254–1,145
Train to Orlando, fly, train
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MCO - MCI
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 4m
$252–1,182

Tampa to Lawrence by bus

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30h 5mAverage Duration

$213Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,123 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stop via Orlando Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 30h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tampa to Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 2h.

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