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

The cheapest way to get from The Villages to Tampa is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from The Villages to Tampa is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between The Villages and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from The Villages to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Tampa Union Station via Lakeland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from The Villages to Tampa?

The distance between The Villages and Tampa is 114 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from The Villages to Tampa without a car is to bus and Amtrak Thruway which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from The Villages to Tampa, including transfers.

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

The Villages to Tampa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the The Villages to Tampa bus arrive?

The Villages to Tampa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland station.

Can I drive from The Villages to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between The Villages to Tampa is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from The Villages to Tampa.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1289+ hotels available in Tampa.

The Villages to Tampa - 3 ways to travel via bus, Amtrak Thruway, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from The Villages to Tampa by bus (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Bus, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Lakelandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Lakeland to Tampa Union Stationbus
4h 10m
$38–53
Drive 84 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from The Villages to Tampacar 84 mi
1h 37m
$16–23
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lake Sumter Depot to Tampa International Airport - Red Terminalshuttle The Villages
3h 36m
$54–71

The Villages to Tampa by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

4h 10mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from The Villages-Lady Lake Amtrak Bus Stop to Tampa Union Station via Lakeland in around 4h 10m.

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