What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa?

The fastest way to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Orlando and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Universal Orlando to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via N Garland Ave & W Amelia St and Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Universal Orlando to Tampa?

The distance between Universal Orlando and Tampa is 96 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

How do I travel from Universal Orlando to Tampa without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $15 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal Orlando to Tampa bus from?

Universal Orlando to Tampa bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Orlando Bus Station.

Where does the Universal Orlando to Tampa bus arrive?

Universal Orlando to Tampa bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Universal Orlando to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Orlando to Tampa is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Universal Orlando to Tampa.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1171+ hotels available in Tampa.

Universal Orlando to Tampa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 40 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Universal Orlando to Tampa by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2411 / ...
3h 39m
$15–27
Drive 76.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Universal Orlando to Tampacar 76.8 mi
1h 18m
$14–21
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way to Sligh Blvd & W Copeland Drbus 40
2. Take the train from Orlando to Tampatrain Floridian
4h 13m
$31–62
Line 37 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way to Florida Mallbus 37
2. Take the bus from Orlando to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2421 / ...
4h 5m
$16–26

Universal Orlando to Tampa by foot and bus

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Universal Orlando, FL, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

FlixBus-us operates a bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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