What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge is to drive which costs $140 - $220 and takes 14h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge is to fly and drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $85 - $430.

How far is it from Tampa to Red River Gorge?

The distance between Tampa and Red River Gorge is 881 miles. The road distance is 815.1 miles.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge, including transfers.

Can I drive from Tampa to Red River Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Red River Gorge is 815 miles. It takes approximately 14h 20m to drive from Tampa to Red River Gorge.

Where can I stay near Red River Gorge?

There are 202+ hotels available in Red River Gorge.

Tampa to Red River Gorge - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge by plane, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Tampa to Louisville International Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane TPA - SDF
2. Drive from Louisville-Airport-SDF to Red River Gorgecar
6h 13m
$156–792
Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane PIE - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Red River Gorgecar
5h 45m
$88–424
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Bereabus
3. Drive from Berea to Red River Gorgecar
19h 5m
$153–233
Drive 810.4 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Red River Gorgecar 810.4 mi
14h 20m
$148–214
Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Mcghee Tyson Airport, drive
1. Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS)plane PIE - TYS
2. Drive from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Red River Gorgecar
7h 40m
$185–1,005
Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Tri-State Airport, drive
1. Fly from Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Tri-State Airport (HTS)plane PIE - HTS
2. Drive from Tri-State Airport (HTS) to Red River Gorgecar
6h 21m
$98–431

Tampa (TPA) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) flights

53Weekly Planes

3h 33mAverage Duration

$133Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge.

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Distance: 875.5 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Red River Gorge, KY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Tampa to Red River Gorge. However, you can take the bus to Airport Rental Car Center, walk to SkyConnect Rental Car Center Station, take the vehicle to SkyConnect Passenger Terminal Station, walk to Tampa (TPA) airport, fly to Louisville International Airport (SDF), then drive to Red River Gorge. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Red River Gorge via Atlanta Bus Station and Berea in around 19h 5m.

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How to get fromTampa to Red River Gorgeby plane, car, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Tampa to Red River Gorge by plane, car, or bus

Fly Tampa to Louisville International Airport, drive

Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive

Bus, drive

Drive 810.4 mi

Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Mcghee Tyson Airport, drive

Fly Saint Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Tri-State Airport, drive