What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Longboat Key?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Longboat Key is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to Longboat Key?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Longboat Key is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Longboat Key?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Longboat Key. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Airport Cir @ Bradenton Connector Ns via Cattlemen Transit Station and Downtown Transfer Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Tampa to Longboat Key?

The distance between Tampa and Longboat Key is 75 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

How do I travel from Tampa to Longboat Key without a car?

The best way to get from Tampa to Longboat Key without a car is to Amtrak Thruway and taxi which takes 1h 56m and costs $75 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to Longboat Key?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Tampa to Longboat Key, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Longboat Key bus from?

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

Where does the Tampa to Longboat Key bus arrive?

Tampa to Longboat Key bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center station.

Can I drive from Tampa to Longboat Key?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Longboat Key is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Tampa to Longboat Key.

Where can I stay near Longboat Key?

There are 4764+ hotels available in Longboat Key.

Tampa to Longboat Key - 3 ways to travel via Amtrak Thruway, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Tampa to Longboat Key by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Amtrak Thruway, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Tampa Union Station to Bradenton-Ellenton, FLbus
2. Take the taxi from Bradenton-Ellenton, FL to Longboat Keytaxi
1h 56m
$76–97
Drive 55.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tampa to Longboat Keycar 55.6 mi
1h 16m
$11–15
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2421
3h 8m
$51–73

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Distance: 74.3 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Longboat Key, FL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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