How to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a train costs an average of €378.

Distance: 416 miles (671 km)

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€71

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€338

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€378

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€77

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11h 12m

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10h 42m

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6h 11m

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6h 33m

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2.0 - 4.0kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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American Airlines

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Compare ways to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

Compare the available ways to get from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is a bus with an average price of €71.

This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL:

A bus is €267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL costing on average €338.

A bus is €307 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL costing on average €378.

The fastest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Tampa, FL take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 12m.

Train takes on average 31h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €6. The journey takes 10h 42m versus 6h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

How to get from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • Amtrak20 · 74 · 41
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak20 · 41
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
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    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • CitizenPlane3054
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  • CitizenPlane3782
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  • American AirlinesAA2632 · AA649
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL

Travel to Tampa, FL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL.

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There are 3 options to travel between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is a bus with an average price of €71.

This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL:

A bus is €267 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL costing on average €338.

A bus is €307 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL costing on average €378.

The fastest way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Tampa, FL take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 12m.

Train takes on average 31h 48m.

The distance from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is approximately 416 miles (671 km).
The average frequency per day from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Atlanta, GA and Tampa, FL as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and arrive in Tampa International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Peachtree Station, Atlanta, GA and arrive in Union Station, Tampa, FL.
  • Buses mostly depart from Atlanta, Bus Station and arrive in Tampa, Marion Transit Center.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines, frontier airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Tampa, FL by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Tampa, FL by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Tampa, FL by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with frontier airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL often also extend their vacation to go to Orlando, FL, Miami, FL, Philadelphia, PA, Washington, DC, Dallas, TX. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tampa, FL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tampa, FL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tampa, FL, you can visit the historic Henry B. Plant Museum, explore Hyde Park Village, or catch a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game at Raymond James Stadium. Take a boat tour of Tampa Bay, enjoy Clearwater Beach, and explore Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and The Florida Aquarium. Walk along the Tampa Riverwalk, experience Ybor City's vibrant nightlife, and visit the Tampa Museum of Art.
For a well-rounded experience in Tampa, FL, 3 to 4 days are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, and the Tampa Riverwalk, along with time to enjoy local dining and shopping.

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