What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to The Villages?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to The Villages is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to The Villages?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to The Villages is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and The Villages?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to The Villages. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Ocala, FL via University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Tampa to The Villages?

The distance between Tampa and The Villages is 103 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

How do I travel from Tampa to The Villages without a car?

The best way to get from Tampa to The Villages without a car is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to The Villages?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Tampa to The Villages, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to The Villages bus from?

Tampa to The Villages bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr station.

Where does the Tampa to The Villages bus arrive?

Tampa to The Villages bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at Ocala, FL station.

Can I drive from Tampa to The Villages?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to The Villages is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Tampa to The Villages.

Where can I stay near The Villages?

There are 272+ hotels available in The Villages.

Tampa to The Villages - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Tampa to The Villages by bus, train, taxi, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to Ocala, FLbus Miami
3h 17m
$75–108
Drive 84.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tampa to The Villagescar 84.8 mi
1h 35m
$16–23
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Tampa to Delandtrain Floridian
2. Take the taxi from Deland to The Villagestaxi
4h 5m
$142–215
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tampa International Airport - Red Terminal to Lake Sumter Depotshuttle Tpa
3h 53m
$52–72

Tampa to The Villages by bus, tram, and shuttle

147Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.1 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and The Villages, FL, USA?

RedCoach operates a bus from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to Ocala, FL once daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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