The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
14 h 3 m
Average duration
14 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
860 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fayetteville, NC for Tampa, FL on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 860 km distance in an average of 14 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 3 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 14 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 534 miles (860 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€100 Average price | €83 Average price Cheapest |
14h 5m Average total duration Fastest 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 44m Average total duration 22h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97 Silver Meteor · 6097 AMTRAK | 6:27 AM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 14h03 | 8:30 PM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 1 transfer | |
89 Palmetto · 41 Floridian | 9:16 PM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 20h11 | 5:27 PM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, November 8 | |||||
![]() | 5:27 AM Fayetteville, NC | 14h03 | 7:30 PM Tampa, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 534 miles (860 km) distance in 14h 3m.
Distance 534 miles (860 km) |
Average train duration 13h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 3m |
First train 01:27 |
Last train 17:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Tampa, FL from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tampa, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fayetteville, NC to Tampa, FL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: TECO Line Streetcar System
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